Easy Fruitcake

Indulge in holiday tradition with this Easy Fruitcake recipe—an effortless take on a festive classic that’s packed with flavor. Featuring a rich blend of all-purpose flour, aromatic cinnamon, and a buttery base, this fruitcake combines the sweetness of mixed dried fruits like raisins, currants, and apricots with the satisfying crunch of chopped nuts. A hint of orange zest adds a burst of brightness, while brown sugar and vanilla extract lend warmth and depth to every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple one-bowl mixing method, this beginner-friendly recipe is perfect for busy bakers. Serve slices of this moist, delicious fruitcake at your next celebration, or store it for later to enjoy its flavors even longer. Perfect for gifting or savoring with a cup of tea, this fruitcake makes holiday baking both easy and memorable.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 cups Mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped apricots, etc.)
• 1 cup Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, etc.)
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Fold in the mixed dried fruits, chopped nuts, and orange zest until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the fruitcake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve as is, or wrap the cooled fruitcake tightly in plastic wrap and store for up to a week at room temperature. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1478.3 grams (1478.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5381

Total Fat 288.00g	369%
Saturated Fat 135.90g	680%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 1097mg	366%
Sodium 878mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate 663.20g	241%
Dietary Fiber 39.20g	140%
Total Sugars 419.20g
Protein 80.00g	160%

Vitamin D 230IU	1152%
Calcium 925mg	71%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 4504mg	96%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 47.7%