mexican fruitcake

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2
Try the deliciously sweet and fruity Mexican Fruitcake recipe
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 beaten eggs
1 cup nuts , of any kind
1 can crushed pineapple in juice
icing
8 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup butter
2 cups icing sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
406
Sugar
44g
Fat
17g
Mexican Fruitcake is a traditional dessert that is prevalent in the southern states of the USA. As its name suggests, it has a unique combination of textures and flavors, which makes it popular with many. The cake is made of flour, sugar, baking soda, eggs, nuts, and crushed pineapple. The icing is typically made with cream cheese, butter, and icing sugar. The cake is sweet, moist, and fruity, with a creamy icing on top. It is a great dessert to bring along for any potluck or gathering.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking soda.
3.Stir in beaten eggs, nuts, and crushed pineapple with juice.
4.Mix until well combined and pour the batter into the greased pan.
5.Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6.In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy.
7.Gradually add in icing sugar and vanilla, beating until smooth and spreadable.
8.Once the cake has cooled, spread icing over the top and serve.

PROS

With a moist texture and combination of fruity flavors, the Mexican Fruitcake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The icing on top gives it an extra creaminess and sweetness.

CONS

The high sugar content makes it a dessert to enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Mexican Fruitcake is not necessarily the healthiest dessert option, the nuts and pineapple can provide a good source of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium.
Nuts are also high in healthy fats and fiber.

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