Paul’s Excellent Fruit Cake

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 9
Paul's Excellent Fruit Cake that's perfect for any occasion
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

210 min

Ready In

230 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar
1 cup currants
1 cup sultana
1 cup raisins
you could use mixed fruit to replace the individual fruit
1/2 cup mixed peel ( either orange or lemon . )
1/2 lb butter
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 cup cold water or 1 cup sherry wine
3 eggs
1 cup self raising flour
1 cup plain flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
467
Sugar
56g
Fat
22g
Fruit cakes are a popular dessert around the world, and Paul's Excellent Fruit Cake is no exception. This cake is packed with rich fruit flavors and has a tender crumb that's perfect for savoring with each bite. It's a great cake for any occasion, from a holiday party to a simple family get-together. And it's easy to make, too, so you can whip it up whenever you're in the mood for a sweet treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2.In a large bowl, mix the brown sugar, currants, sultanas, raisins and mixed peel.
3.Melt butter in a saucepan, add bicarbonate and cold water or sherry wine to it. Bring to the boil and add to the fruit mixture.
4.Let it cool for 5 minutes, then add eggs and mix well.
5.Sift the self raising and plain flour over the mixture and stir gently till all the flour is combined.
6.Grease a cake tin and line with baking paper.
7.Pour in the cake mixture and make sure it is spread evenly throughout the tin.
8.Bake for 3 1/2 hours.
9.Let it cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Paul’s Excellent Fruit Cake is a delicious and classic cake that’s perfect for any occasion.

The rich fruit mixture gives it a unique flavor and texture.

It can be enjoyed on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

CONS

This cake contains a high amount of sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also takes quite a long time to bake, so it requires some patience to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in sugar and fat, this fruit cake does have some health benefits. The mixture of fruits provides a good dose of fiber and essential vitamins and minerals.
It may also help to improve digestion and boost overall health.

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