Mary's Winter Fruit Cake Recipe

Indulge in Mary's irresistible Winter Fruit Cake! This delightful treat is perfect for those chilly winter months when fresh fruit is scarce, but its rich, buttery flavor makes it a winner any time of year. Packed with delicious dried fruits and warming spices, this cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready for the ultimate cozy dessert experience!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 511.6 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Mary's Winter Fruit Cake

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How to Make Mary's Winter Fruit Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the dried fruit, candied fruit, and nuts.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

258g

Fat

36g

Carbs

29g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mary's Winter Fruit Cake?

Mary's Winter Fruit Cake takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mary's Winter Fruit Cake?

Mary's Winter Fruit Cake has approximately 511.6 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 29 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mary's Winter Fruit Cake?

The key ingredients for Mary's Winter Fruit Cake are Flour, Sugar, Eggs, Salt, Baking Soda, Fruit Cocktail. See the full list with measurements above.

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