ps Voted up++++. This looks worth a sho (not talking target practice here) ;). Patricia Scott from North Central Florida on June 11, 2015: Hi Colorfulone I have read this before but I came back to ask this: can some fruit juice be substituted for the alcohol? Linda Crampton from British Columbia, Canada on May 31, 2015: This definitely sounds like a delicious cake! Fruitcakes are not just for Christmas. Cover and let sit overnight. Leave in the pan for two hours before removing. A traditional moist fruit cake made with rum soaked dried fruit, citrus zest, and candied ginger. Susie Lehto (author) from Minnesota on May 30, 2015: Tip: The more rum and brandy used for this recipe, the better it is to most people's liking. Let some fruit cakes age for up to a year so that the alcohol mellows and you will be surprised with what time can do. - Kudos! Also included is a recipe for a spicy and unique Japanese Fruitcake.. No need to wait for Christmas to enjoy a Fruitcake Recipe. People even use fruitcakes as wedding cakes, and they are a lovely treat for a wedding anniversary. As they are sitting I add more rum to the soaked cheesecloth about every week to keep them moist. You can use more coconut rum for the cheesecloth. Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and stir well. Sandy Mertens from Wisconsin, USA on July 24, 2015: I remember those fruit cakes that people would pass around year after year. In a large bowl mix the first nine ingredients. C E Clark from North Texas on December 03, 2016: Thought I would revisit this as it is so festive looking and I'm sure tastes delicious too. Certainly is pretty and festive. Total Carbohydrate I think of you from time to time and your highly educational hubs. Stirring occasionally. Instructions. Great details in the instructions. One year our nephew Ashley made Nana’s Old Fashioned British Christmas Cake, and it was extra delicious. - Kudos! Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Susie Lehto (author) from Minnesota on February 17, 2016: Au fait, its the best I have had in the fruit cake line, and I truly do means that. Thanks for sharing the recipe, Susie. A tradition in the UK but changed to use what was available when they settled in the hills and mountains of the Appalachia .. Molasses one of the sweetners of the time .. The end result was this stunningly beautiful, fancy cake for Mom's Christmas gift. C E Clark from North Texas on February 08, 2016: This looks really delicious! Scrape the bottom and … Trust me when I say, if you don't like fruitcake, it's only because you haven't tasted Grandma's. Susie Lehto (author) from Minnesota on June 10, 2015: Thelma, good to have you stop by, thank you very much m'dear. Place loaves in pan on rack for 15 minutes to cool completely. Cool slightly. I have not made fruit cake for a long time. Pour hot glaze over hot cake in pan. Mix butter and sugar over low heat. Let cool in the cake pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire rack. :). They are special treats for any day. Time does not include overnight marinating time. Admiral Nelson's Cherry Spiced Rum and Rondiaz Coconut Rum. Preheat the oven to 325°F and grease a Bundt pan well. I've only had a couple of fruitcakes in my life that I really liked. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until combined. Prepare two 9x5 inch loaf pans or one 8 inch square pan. We are celebrating Mom's 90th birthday with an upside down pineapple fruitcake. Prep time will vary depending on how long you decide to soak the fruit in rum. Personally, I will use the brandy and rum because its so good! Susie Lehto (author) from Minnesota on May 03, 2016: Good to see you again and I am glad that you are delighted with the fruit cake recipe. Pour in rum; mix well. Cool in pan 1 hour on a wire rack. Stir together flour, baking powder, salt, ginger, cloves and cinnamon – set aside. Toss 1/4 cup flour with the rum soaked fruits. Real old-fashioned fruitcake recipe. And hers was delicious so this probably would be too. - Kudos! 16 ounces pecans, optional nuts you choose. I love this desert. This easy fruit cake recipe is full of pecans, candied pineapple, candied cherries, dates, and just enough batter to hold it all together. Susie Lehto (author) from Minnesota on January 15, 2017: Au fait, I hope your holidays were lots of fun and filled with lots of love and traditional things you enjoy. I found this recipe in a Montreal newspaper (The Gazette) and have use it for 20 years now. I really enjoyed everything about it. Old Fashioned Fruitcake Recipe | De's Home Style Food Crafting Susie Lehto (author) from Minnesota on February 06, 2016: Mom had a slice of fruit cake with whip cream for desert tonight. Mary Norton from Ontario, Canada on December 07, 2015: I will have to keep this recipe and practice first before I do this for next Christmas. I am excited to celebrate with one of these delicious rum soaked fruit cakes. It is delicious and moist. Voted awesome. Thanks for letting me know about problems with my snowman hub. Sounds and looks delicious! Cover and let sit overnight. Add 4 ½ cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 4 teaspoons baking soda, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 2 teaspoons vanilla to your applesauce/butter mixture. Over the years, I have made some adjustments to the ingredients to make it more to my liking. Susie Lehto (author) from Minnesota on June 04, 2015: Patrica, it is the difference of the rum and or brandy that makes the difference in a delicious fruit cake to me. Thanks for sharing and voted up! Hopefully now fixed! If you wish arrange some candied cherries and almonds on top of batter. 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