This fruit cake does not need a ripening period, and is very lovely to look at and eat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups ground almonds
- 3 cups red candied cherries
- 1 ½ cups green candied cherries
- 1 (8 ounce) package diced candied citron
- 6 cups golden raisins
- 8 ounces candied pineapple, diced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shortening
- 2 2/3 cups white sugar
- 8 egg yolks
- 4 teaspoons almond extract
- 2/3 cup brandy
- 2/3 cup milk
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 8 egg whites
- 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Place a pan of water in oven. Grease thoroughly and line with heavy brown paper one set of tier pans (one 9 inch, one 7 inch, and one 5 inch).
Step 2
In a large bowl combine ground almonds and fruits. Dredge with one cup flour.
Step 3
In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup flour and shortening. Gradually blend in white sugar. Beat in egg yolks and almond flavoring; beat until very light and fluffy. Mix together brandy and milk; add alternately with 4 1/2 cups flour to creamed mixture. Make 3 dry and 2 liquid additions, combining lightly after each.
Step 4
In another bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar to form stiff but moist peaks. Fold into batter. Fold in floured fruit mixture.
Step 5
Bake for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, depending on size of pan. Bake each cake until it tests done with a toothpick. Remove from pans, and lift off paper. Cool.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 36 | |
Calories 430 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat11g | 14% |
Saturated Fat2g | 11% |
Cholesterol46mg | 15% |
Sodium55mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate76g | 28% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 10% |
Total Sugars45g | |
Protein6g | |
Vitamin C1mg | 4% |
Calcium52mg | 4% |
Iron3mg | 14% |
Potassium323mg | 7% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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