Christmas White Fruit Cake
Delight your holiday table with this elegant and festive Christmas White Fruit Cake, a lighter twist on the traditional fruitcake that's packed with vibrant flavors and a delicate texture. Made with a medley of dried cranberries, apricots, golden raisins, and candied cherries, this cake is beautifully complemented by the warmth of almond flour, subtle citrus notes from orange and lemon zest, and the indulgent richness of chopped pecans or walnuts. The optional splash of brandy or orange juice adds a touch of holiday cheer, while the tender crumb is achieved through the perfect balance of butter, eggs, and milk. Baked to golden perfection and ideal for make-ahead entertaining, this show-stopping dessert is the ultimate centerpiece for your Christmas celebrations. Serve it as-is or with a dusting of powdered sugar for a timeless holiday treat sure to impress family and friends.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries, chopped
- 0.5 cup Dried apricots, chopped
- 0.5 cup Golden raisins
- 0.5 cup Candied cherries, chopped
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Brandy or orange juice (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the dried cranberries, dried apricots, golden raisins, candied cherries, almond flour, chopped nuts, orange zest, and lemon zest. If desired, stir in the brandy or orange juice for extra flavor and moisture.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 80-90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once cooled, brush the cake with a little extra brandy or orange juice for added moisture and flavor. Wrap the cake tightly and let it rest for a day or two before serving for the best taste.
Slice and serve your Christmas White Fruit Cake as a delightful holiday treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 281.7 g | 361% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.3 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1272 mg | 424% | |
| Sodium | 2491 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 843.6 g | 307% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.6 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 547.1 g | ||
| Protein | 84.0 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 609 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 25.0 mg | 139% | |
| Potassium | 2527 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
