Old-Fashioned Fresh Fruit Cake (Swedish)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Classic Swedish Old-Fashioned Fresh Fruit Cake
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 eggs
1 cup sugar
150 ml buttermilk
100 g butter
200 g all-purpose flour ( or just under 1 cup )
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla powder or 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1 -2 1 -2 pears or 1 -2 apple , cut in slices and tossed in
sugar
cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
344
Sugar
26g
Fat
12g
Old-Fashioned Fresh Fruit Cake is a classic Swedish cake that is perfect for summer or fall. The cake is versatile and can be made with different kinds of fruits. Pears or apples are a popular choice since they give a perfect blend of sweetness and tartness. The cake has a balanced flavor with the right amount of sweetness and spice. The texture is soft, moist, and fluffy, and it can be enjoyed with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. This cake can be made ahead of time and is an excellent addition to your afternoon tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar together until fluffy and pale.
3.Melt the butter and let it cool down.
4.Add buttermilk and melted butter and mix well.
5.In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and vanilla powder.
6.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, whisking all the time.
7.Pour half of the batter in a greased baking pan, then add a layer of fruit slices, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
8.Pour remaining batter over the fruit layer and sprinkle some more cinnamon and sugar on top.
9.Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the cake.

PROS

The cake is moist, light, and fluffy.

The recipe is easy and quick to prepare.

Uses seasonal fruits to retain the real fruit flavor.

CONS

The recipe uses sugar, butter, and all-purpose flour, which are high in calories and fat.

Not suitable for people with wheat allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fruits provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
The cake is also a good source of protein, calcium, and carbohydrates.
Using buttermilk instead of whole milk reduces the calories and fat content.
Baking your own dessert from scratch is always better since you have control over the ingredients.

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