Fruit Cake Slice with Lemon Icing
Indulge in the perfect blend of classic comfort and zesty flair with this Fruit Cake Slice with Lemon Icing. Packed with a medley of mixed dried fruits like raisins, currants, and chopped apricots, this moist and tender cake is lightly sweetened and beautifully balanced by a vibrant lemon icing made with fresh lemon juice and zest. Ideal for holiday gatherings or tea-time treats, this recipe is both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, featuring a simple batter that comes together in just 20 minutes and bakes up golden in under an hour. The delightful contrast of juicy fruit bites and tangy icing ensures every slice is a burst of flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser worth savoring.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 g unsalted butter
- 120 g granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 200 g mixed dried fruits (e.g., raisins, currants, chopped apricots)
- 60 ml milk
- 150 g powdered (icing) sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a mixer or hand whisk.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Add the mixed dried fruits and mix until evenly distributed. Then, stir in the milk to create a smooth batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the fruit cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
While the cake is cooling, prepare the lemon icing. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and slightly thickened.
Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the lemon icing over the top. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly.
Allow the icing to set for about 10 minutes before slicing the cake into 12 squares or rectangles.
Serve and enjoy your Fruit Cake Slice with Lemon Icing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.6 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.4 g | 397% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 710 mg | 237% | |
| Sodium | 668 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 499.4 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 317.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2305 mg | 49% | |
*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.
