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Costco Fruit Cake Recipe

Costco Fruit Cake Recipe

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The Costco Fruit Cake recipe brings a delightful twist to this traditional dessert, combining rich flavors and a variety of fruits that tantalize the taste buds. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine British
Servings 8
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls (various sizes)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • 9-inch round baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped dates
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • Zest of one orange
  • Zest of one lemon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9-inch round baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy.
  • Add Eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  • Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with orange juice.
  • Fold in Fruits and Nuts: Gently fold in raisins, dates, cranberries, apricots, walnuts, and citrus zest.
  • Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Soak Your Fruits: For an extra juicy fruit flavor, soak your dried fruits in orange juice or rum overnight.
  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all your ingredients, especially butter and eggs, are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter.
  • Don't Overmix: Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
  • Monitor Your Oven: Since ovens vary, start checking your cake a few minutes before the suggested baking time.
  • Wrap for Flavor: Once cooled, wrap your cake in plastic wrap and store it for a day before slicing to enhance the flavors.
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