The Best Holiday Fruitcake

Name: The Best Holiday Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 45 min
Total time: 2 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup (236ml) full fat sour cream; 1 cup (130g) chopped dates; 2 cups (280g) raisins; 1/2 cup (75g) chopped glazed cherries (can sub dried sweetened cranberries); 1 cup (100g) chopped walnuts; 2 cups (260g) all-purpose flour, divided; 8 tablespoons (113g) butter; 1 cup (200g) sugar; 1 large egg, room temperature; Finely grated zest of 1 orange; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 to 2 ounces (30 to 60 ml) brandy, optional

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:1h 45min

This easy fruitcake is perfect for the holidays; it's light, tender, and full of dried fruits and nuts. Sprinkle the loaf with brandy or don't, either way, this family heirloom recipe is a welcome addition to any holiday table.

Updated at: Sat, 15 Mar 2025 13:11:13 GMT