Boiled Fruit Cake

Boiled fruit cake is a traditional British dessert that dates back to the 18th century. It was originally made as a way to preserve fruits for longer periods.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Boiled Fruit Cake

Cooking Method: Boiling Cuisine: British Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Mixed dried fruits
• 250 gram Butter
• 250 gram Brown sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 4 unit Eggs
• 250 gram Plain flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Mixed spice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Brandy or rum

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, combine the mixed dried fruits, butter, brown sugar, and water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a cake tin.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add them to the dried fruit mixture.
5. Sift in the plain flour, baking powder, mixed spice, ground cinnamon, and lemon zest. Stir until well combined.
6. Add the vanilla extract and brandy or rum. Mix well.
7. Pour the mixture into the greased cake tin and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.