Nutty As a Fruitcake Healthy Version
Indulge in the holiday cheer guilt-free with this wholesome twist on a classic dessert—our 'Nutty As a Fruitcake Healthy Version.' Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup and unsweetened applesauce, this recipe combines nutrient-rich almond flour and whole wheat flour for a hearty base. Packed with chopped dried fruits like apricots, figs, and dates, and a medley of raw walnuts, pecans, and almonds, every bite is bursting with flavor and texture. Brightened with orange zest and juice, this moist and vibrant loaf is as festive as it is nourishing. Ready in just over an hour and free from refined sugars, it's a delightful treat for health-conscious holiday celebrations or any time you want a snack that's both wholesome and indulgent.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped dried apricots
- 0.5 cup Chopped dried figs
- 0.5 cup Chopped pitted dates
- 0.5 cup Chopped raw walnuts
- 0.5 cup Chopped raw pecans
- 0.5 cup Chopped raw almonds
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 cup Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a large bowl, combine the dried fruits (apricots, figs, dates) and nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds). Toss them with 2 tablespoons of the dry flour mixture to ensure they’re evenly coated. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, orange juice, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry flour mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Then, fold in the dried fruit and nuts mixture until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as a healthy holiday treat or snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 253.5 g | 325% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.2 g | 331% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1210 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 411.0 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.8 g | 224% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.4 g | ||
| Protein | 85.4 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 858 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 3499 mg | 74% | |
*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.
