Prep time: 20 mins | Bake time: 60-75 mins | Servings: 10
Nutrition & WW SmartPoints (Per Serving)
WW SmartPoints: 7 Points
Protein: 5g
Net Carbs: 42g
Fat: 8g
Calories: 265 kcal
Description
Rich, deeply spiced, and wonderfully moist, this Heavenly Moist Fruit Cake is a timeless holiday classic! Packed with a generous blend of sweet dried fruits, raisins, currants, and candied cherries, every slice offers a cozy, comforting flavor that tastes like pure nostalgia.
Anti-Inflammatory Highlights
Warming Spices (Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Allspice): Rich in potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that support metabolic wellness and immune health.
Dried Fruits: Provide natural dietary fiber, essential vitamins, and protective plant compounds to support digestion.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour, 250g
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon allspice
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
3 large eggs
1/4 cup molasses or honey
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups mixed dried fruits, raisins, currants, chopped dates
1/2 cup candied cherries or glazed fruits, chopped
1 tbsp flour (to toss with the dried fruit)
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven & Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
3. Toss the Fruit: In a separate small bowl, toss the mixed dried fruits, raisins, currants, chopped dates, and candied cherries with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake during baking.
4. Cream Butter & Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
5. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the large eggs one at a time, followed by the molasses (or honey), orange juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
6. Combine: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until incorporated (do not overmix). Fold in the floured fruit and fruit mix until evenly distributed.
7. Bake: Pour the thick batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60 to 75 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent with aluminum foil halfway through).
8. Cool & Slice: Let the cake cool completely in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve!