How to Make Apricot Fruitcake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Apricot fruitcake is a delightful and tasty dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, rich flavors, and bursting with apricot goodness, this fruitcake is a hit with both young and old. Whether you're making it for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or just because, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

What makes this apricot fruitcake so special is the combination of dried apricots, candied fruits, and a blend of warm spices that give it a unique and i...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried apricots
  • 1 cup water
  • ¾ cup butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup golden raisins
  • 1 pound red and green candied cherries
  • 6 candied pineapple slices
  • 1 pound dried mixed fruit
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup apricot nectar
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 to 9 - inch tube pans

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease two 9 inch tube pans.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat cook apricots in the water until they are mushy. Press them through a sieve and let them cool.
  • Separate the eggs. Beat the egg yolks until lemony colored. Then beat the egg whites until stiff peaks are formed. Set aside.
  • Cream the butter or margarine and sugar together. Add the beaten egg yolks and the apricots, and mix thoroughly.
  • Combine the raisins, candied cherries, candied pineapple, and mixed dried fruits in a bowl coated with one cup of the flour.
  • Combine the remaining flour, baking soda, and salt. Add this flour mixture alternately to the creamed mixture with the apricot juice. Blend this batter into the mixed fruits. Add the chopped pecans or walnuts and fold in the beaten egg whites. Turn the batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 275 degrees F (135 degrees C) for 2 hours. Garnish cakes with candied pineapples and cherries. Makes about 24 servings.
  • Nutrition

    296 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 46mg
    • Sodium: 145mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 310mg