Friendship Fruitcake

Embrace the joy of baking and sharing with this delightful Friendship Fruitcake, a recipe steeped in tradition and warmth. This homemade fruitcake begins with a tangy, fermenting fruit starter made from pineapple, peaches, and cherries, lovingly stirred daily over several weeks to develop its unique, vibrant flavor. Packed with wholesome ingredients like chopped nuts, raisins, and a colorful medley of candied fruits, this cake is perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a comforting, aromatic treat. Ideal for gifting or enjoying during the holiday season, this moist and flavorful dessert is baked to perfection in a loaf or bundt pan, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Experience the magic of this time-honored recipe and share a slice of friendship with loved ones! Keywords: Friendship Fruitcake, homemade fruitcake, holiday dessert, fermented fruit dessert, spiced cake recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 16 oz Canned pineapple chunks (including juice)
• 16 oz Canned peaches (including juice)
• 16 oz Maraschino cherries (drained, reserve juice)
• 2.5 cups Granulated sugar (for starter)
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar (for cake batter)
• 1.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 4 Eggs
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 2 tsp Baking soda
• 2 tsp Baking powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans
• 1 cup Dried raisins
• 1 cup Candied fruit mix

Directions

Step 1

Start by making the Friendship Fruit Starter: In a large glass container, combine the canned pineapple chunks (including juice), canned peaches (including juice), and 2.5 cups of granulated sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.

Step 2

Cover the container loosely with a lid or plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature to ferment for 2 weeks, stirring daily. The mixture should start to bubble and develop a tangy, fruity smell.

Step 3

After 2 weeks, add the maraschino cherries (drained, reserve the juice for later use). Stir the mixture together and let it ferment for another 1-2 weeks, continuing to stir daily. The starter is now ready to use.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch loaf pans or one large bundt pan.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well blended.

Step 6

Add 1 cup of the prepared Friendship Fruit Starter (reserve the rest of the starter for sharing or future use) and the reserved maraschino cherry juice. Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, raisins, and candied fruit mix until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve with friends to enjoy the fruits of your Friendship Fruitcake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3794.8 grams (3794.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11388

Total Fat 419.20g	537%
Saturated Fat 59.90g	300%
Polyunsaturated Fat 201.60g
Cholesterol 744mg	248%
Sodium 5009mg	218%
Total Carbohydrate 1918.20g	698%
Dietary Fiber 39.80g	142%
Total Sugars 1524.40g
Protein 92.00g	184%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 500mg	38%
Iron 32mg	178%
Potassium 3576mg	76%

*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: 31.9%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 64.9%