Elegant White Fruit Cake
If you're looking to add a touch of sophistication to your dessert table, look no further than this Elegant White Fruit Cake recipe. Perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress your guests with a stunning and delicious treat. This fruit cake is not your typical dense and dark version; instead, it's light, fluffy, and bursting with flavor. The combination of snowy white cake and a bounty of colorful fruits makes it a beautiful centerpiece for any gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
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Cream softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, alternating. Mix until just combined.
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Gently fold in dried fruits, candied ginger, lemon zest, and chopped almonds.
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Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
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Slice and enjoy the Elegant White Fruit Cake with tea or coffee.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)- Calories
- 280 kcal
- Total Fat
- 11 g
- Saturated Fat
- 5 g
- Cholesterol
- 60 mg
- Sodium
- 200 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 42 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 2 g
- Sugars
- 24 g
- Protein
- 5 g
Indulge in the lightness and elegance of this delightful White Fruit Cake, sure to captivate your taste buds and impress your guests with its beautiful presentation. Enjoy the medley of flavors and textures in every bite, and savor the joy of baking something truly special for yourself and your loved ones.