Refrigerator Fruitcake

Indulge in the nostalgia of a no-bake holiday classic with this Refrigerator Fruitcake, an easy and delicious treat that requires zero oven time! Made with crushed graham crackers, a medley of flavorful dried fruits, crunchy nuts, and sweetened condensed milk, this recipe combines rich textures and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a perfectly spiced, chewy bite. A delightful addition of candied cherries and shredded coconut gives this fruitcake its festive charm. Prepared in just 30 minutes and chilled overnight, this hassle-free dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or as a make-ahead sweet treat. Slice, serve, and enjoy a fruitcake that stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to two weeks!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 cups Crushed graham crackers
• 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups Mixed dried fruits (e.g., raisins, chopped apricots, cranberries)
• 1.5 cups Chopped nuts (e.g., pecans, walnuts, almonds)
• 1 cup Shredded sweetened coconut
• 0.5 cup Candied cherries
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, dried fruits, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, and candied cherries. Mix well to evenly distribute all the ingredients.

Step 3

In a smaller bowl, mix together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the sweetened condensed milk mixture over the dry ingredients in the large bowl. Stir thoroughly with a spatula or wooden spoon until everything is fully coated and starts to stick together.

Step 5

Press the mixture firmly into the prepared loaf pan, making sure to compact it evenly and fill in all corners.

Step 6

Cover the pan with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to firm up.

Step 7

Once firm, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fruitcake out of the pan. Slice into thick pieces and serve.

Step 8

Store leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly wrapped, for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1621 grams (1621.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6527

Total Fat 238.80g	306%
Saturated Fat 90.10g	451%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 135mg	45%
Sodium 2432mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 1043.00g	379%
Dietary Fiber 60.70g	217%
Total Sugars 697.20g
Protein 95.60g	191%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 1675mg	129%
Iron 26mg	146%
Potassium 5739mg	122%

*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: 32.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 62.2%