Dark Sweet Fruit Cake

Prep: 10 min Cook: 70 min Cuisine: American

A rich, moist fruit cake packed with raisins, candied cherries, pineapple, and pecans, perfect for festive occasions or a sweet treat with tea or coffee.

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Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 package pecans (halves or chopped)
  • 1 cup candied cherries
  • 1/2 cup candied pineapple, cut in wedges

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the egg and water.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients by hand.
  3. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Pour into a well-greased and floured pan.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for the appropriate time based on pan size.
  6. Cool the cake for 15 minutes.
  7. Loosen around the edges and remove from the pan.
  8. If desired, glaze with warm corn syrup and decorate with candied fruits and nuts.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

350 kcal 18% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 19.7g 25% DV
Carbs 44g 16% DV
Fiber 3.5g 13% DV
Sugar 17.3g 35% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 77.3mg 3% DV
Potassium 423.5mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 1mg 1% DV
Calcium 92.5mg 7% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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