Description

Easter is a season of joy, family gatherings, and delightful traditions, and nothing celebrates it quite like a scrumptious Easter Fruit Cake. This moist and flavorful cake is packed with a medley of dried fruits and crunchy nuts, making it an ideal centerpiece for your holiday feast. Enhanced with aromatic spices, each slice offers a comforting taste that evokes the warmth of springtime celebrations. Easy to prepare in under two hours, this delightful dessert can be enjoyed fresh or made ahead, as it tastes even better after resting. Whether shared with loved ones during brunch or savored solo with a cup of tea, this Easter Fruit Cake promises smiles all around.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups dried mixed fruits (raisins, currants, apricots, cranberries)
1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a round cake pan.
In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
Gradually mix in the flour mixture on low speed until just combined.
Fold in dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Soak the dried fruits in warm water or juice for extra moisture.

Customize by adding your favorite nuts or spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.

Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to five days.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Traditional

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: - Soak dried fruits in warm water or juice for extra moisture.- Customize with your favorite nuts or spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.- Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to five days.