Mrs. Allingham’s Light Fruitcake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Mrs. Allingham's Light Fruitcake - A Classic Fruit cake Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

2-2 1/2 hour

Ready In

2.5 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter
1 cup fruit sugar
4 large eggs ( or 5 medium eggs )
2 3/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb bleached sultana raisins
1/4 lb citrus peel
1 slice green candied pineapple
1/2 lb candied red cherries
1 lemon , juice and rind of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
347
Sugar
40g
Fat
16g
Mrs. Allingham's Light Fruitcake is a classic English fruitcake recipe passed down for generations. It's much lighter than traditional fruitcakes as it has fewer ingredients, no alcohol, and uses fruit sugar instead. The cake is perfect for afternoon tea or holiday treats, and it's not overly sweet like some fruitcakes. The recipe uses lemon juice and citrus peel to give it a tart, refreshing taste. It's easy to make and lasts for a long time. The cake is also a sweet way to celebrate special occasions such as graduation, birthday, or Christmas.

Instructions

1.Soak the bleached sultanas, citrus peel, candied pineapple and candied cherries in lemon juice and brandy overnight in a covered container.
2.Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan or a 12-cup bundt pan.
3.Sift the flour, baking powder and salt together.
4.In a separate bowl, cream the butter and fruit sugar together until light and fluffy.
5.Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6.Gradually add the dry sifted ingredients, mixing thoroughly.
7.Fold the soaked fruit mixture into the batter.
8.Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula and decorate with almonds if desired. Bake for 2-2 1/2 hours or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
9.Remove the cake from oven and cool in the pan on a wire rack. When cool, fondly place in an airtight container.

PROS

This light fruitcake is perfect for those who love fruity cakes that aren’t too heavy.
It’s moist, flavorful and sweet without being overbearing.

It’s perfect for sharing with family and friends in special occasions or as a snack with a cup of tea.

CONS

Fruitcakes in general have high levels of sugar and can be quite high in calories.
This cake uses fruit sugar instead of plain white sugar, which has a lower glycemic index, but still shouldn’t be consumed in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This fruitcake is not particularly healthy. However, raisins are a rich source of dietary fiber, iron, and antioxidants. Additionally, lemon juice and citrus peel may help boost the immune system and improve digestion.

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