Stained-Glass Cake (Fruitcake)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12
A Colorful and Festive Stained-Glass Cake (Fruitcake) Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr 50 min

Ready In

2 hr 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup plain flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 lb glace pineapple
2 ounces glace pear
2 ounces glace kiwi fruit
2 ounces glace apple
2 ounces glace apricot
4 ounces glace cherries
4 ounces sultanas
4 ounces currants
2 eggs
1/3 cup brown sugar
4 ounces blanched almonds , Halved
4 ounces pecan nuts , Halved
4 ounces macadamia nuts , Halved
4 ounces brazil nuts , Halved
1/4 cup Grand Marnier or 1/4 cup Cointreau liqueur

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
475
Sugar
41g
Fat
18g
Stained-Glass Cake, also known as Fruitcake, is a classic treat often enjoyed during the holiday season. It's a colorful and festive dessert that combines a variety of fruits and nuts to create a rich and delicious flavor. The cake is named for its stained-glass-like appearance, which is created by the colorful fruit and nut pieces scattered throughout the cake. While it can take some time to prepare, the end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and line the base and sides of a 9 inch round cake pan with baking paper.
2.Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl. Stir in the sultanas, currants, glacé fruit, nuts and cherries until combined.
3.In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale and thick. Stir in the Grand Marnier or Cointreau liqueur.
4.Pour the egg mixture into the fruit mixture and stir until well combined.
5.Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour and 50 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
6.Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This colorful cake is a showstopper, perfect for any festive occasion.
The combination of fruit and nuts gives it a rich and delicious flavor, while the Grand Marnier or Cointreau liqueur adds a hint of citrus.

It’s a great cake to have on hand for unexpected guests or to bring to a potluck.

CONS

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

The preparation can be a little time-consuming, as many of the ingredients need to be chopped and mixed.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not necessarily healthy, the combination of fruit and nuts provides a good source of dietary fiber, which can help promote healthy digestion.
The antioxidants in the fruit and nuts can also help support overall health and well-being.

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