Dark Fruit Cake
Dark Fruit Cake is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat the oven to 325°F.
Butter two 9x5-inch loaf pans, line them with foil, then butter the foil.
Cream the butter or shortening, add the brown sugar, and beat until light.
Add the lemon extract and eggs and beat well.
Stir in the molasses and blend.
Mix together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, mace, cloves, and salt; beat into the first mixture.
Add the milk and beat until smooth.
Stir in the candied fruit, citron, raisins, and pecans, and mix well.
Spoon into the pans and bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Turn out onto racks to cool.
When completely cool, wrap well and store in an airtight container.
Soak two large pieces of cheesecloth in brandy.
Wrap each fruit cake in the cheesecloth, covering all sides, then wrap well in foil.
Moisten the cheesecloth with additional brandy every few days for about a week.
The brandy will flavor the cake and help preserve it too.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.