Easy Fruitcake Recipe
An easy fruitcake recipe with apricot brandy and chopped candied fruits and spice cake mix. INGREDIENTS: 1 package spice cake mix (2 layer size) 1 package (3 3/4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix 2/3 cup apricot nectar 1/4 cup Apricot brandy 1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 large eggs 1 cup chopped dates 1/2 cup chopped candied cherries 1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple 1 cup chopped walnuts Glaze, optional 1 cup sifted powdered sugar 2 to 3 tablespoons apricot brandy PREPARATION: In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, apricot nectar, 1/4 cup apricot brandy, and vegetable oil. Beat on medium speed until batter is smooth, about 2 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Fold in the chopped fruits and nuts. Turn batter into a generously greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. BAke at 350° for 50 to 55 minutes for 50 to 55 minutes, or until cake tests done. Cool for 15 minutes in the pan then remove to a rack to cool thoroughly. For best flavor, wrap and store in refrigerator for 24 hours before serving. Combine 2 to 3 tablespoons of apricot brandy with 1 cup confectioners' sugar; drizzle over fruitcake before serving, if desired. --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the group home page at: http://groups.google.com/group/RecipesAndMore -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
