Sunshine Fruit Cake

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 2
Amazing Sunshine Fruit Cake recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

375 g mixed dried fruit ( fruit medley , see above )
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup apple juice
3/4 cup grated apple
3/4 cup grated raw pumpkin
1/4 cup grated raw carrot
2 egg whites , lightly beaten
1 1/4 cups wholemeal self-rising flour
1/4 cup skim milk powder
1 tablespoon cocoa
1 teaspoon mixed spice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
295
Sugar
30g
Fat
2g
This Sunshine Fruit Cake is a delicious and healthy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's packed with healthy ingredients like mixed dried fruit, grated apple, raw pumpkin, and raw carrot, which not only make it moist and flavorful but also provide many health benefits. The wholemeal flour adds a nutty flavor and is packed with nutrients like fiber and iron. The combination of orange juice and apple juice gives it a refreshing taste and makes it a perfect dessert for hot summer days. This cake is also very easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone in the family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.In a large bowl, combine the mixed dried fruit, orange juice, apple juice, grated apple, grated raw pumpkin, grated raw carrot, and lightly beaten egg whites.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the wholemeal self-rising flour, skim milk powder, cocoa, and mixed spice.
4.Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until well combined.
5.Grease a 9-inch square baking pan, and pour in the mixture, smoothing the top evenly.
6.Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
7.Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and allowing it to cool completely on a wire rack.

PROS

This fruit cake is moist, flavorful, and packed with healthy ingredients like fruit, vegetables, and wholemeal flour.

It’s a perfect dessert option for those who want something sweet but also want to stay healthy.

CONS

Due to the added sugar and dried fruit, this cake is high in calories and sugar.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This fruit cake contains many healthy ingredients like mixed dried fruit, grated apple, raw pumpkin, and raw carrot, which are all high in fiber and good for digestive health. It’s also low in fat and contains wholemeal flour, which is high in nutrients like fiber and iron.

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