Grandma leones fruit cake –Hey fam! Today, we’re diving into a classic recipe that brings back all the warm memories of family gatherings and holiday cheer – Grandma’s Fruitcake! Now, I know some folks might raise an eyebrow when they hear “fruitcake,” but trust me, this one is special. It’s flavorful, packed with goodness, and made with love from scratch. Let’s get into it!
Check Out That Yummy Fruitcake!
First up, let’s take a look at this delicious creation:
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this delightful treat:
- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (like raisins, apricots, and cherries)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work great)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- Optional: a splash of rum or bourbon for extra flavor
Instructions to Create Magic
Now, let’s get down to business! Here’s how you can make this fabulous fruitcake:
- First, preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. You don’t want it to stick!
- In a large bowl, mix the dried fruits and nuts together. Set that aside.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk it all together until it’s nice and blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange juice until it’s smooth. If you’re feeling fancy, stir in that splash of rum or bourbon!
- Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and then gently fold in the fruit and nut mixture. Make sure everything is well combined, but don’t overmix it!
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Your kitchen should smell heavenly by now!
- Once done, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- When it’s cool, slice yourself a generous piece, and enjoy with family and friends!
And there you have it, folks! Grandma’s Fruitcake made from scratch, just like the good ol’ days. It’s the perfect dessert to share laughter and memories over. Happy baking!