How to Make Quick and Easy British Fruitcake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic British desserts, fruitcake is a staple that has been enjoyed for generations. This rich and flavorful cake is filled with a mix of dried fruits and nuts, and is often enjoyed during the holiday season, as well as for special occasions such as weddings and birthdays. While traditional fruitcake recipes can be quite time-consuming and require weeks of preparation, this quick and easy British fruitcake recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy all the deliciousness ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups self-rising flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 ¼ cups dried mixed fruit
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice (Optional)
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 6-inch cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 6-inch round cake pan.
  • Place flour in a bowl. Rub butter into the flour until mixture resembles fine bread crumbs. Add mixed fruit, 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, and mixed spice. Stir to combine. Add milk and egg and mix until batter is soft and easy to drop.
  • Drop batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle light brown sugar on top and pat down with the back of a spoon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    348 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 368mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 125mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 288mg