🍰 Everyday Fruit Cake Recipe | Easy Moist Fruit Cake at Home
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Learn how to make a soft and moist everyday fruit cake with simple ingredients. This easy homemade fruit cake recipe is perfect for tea time or any occasion.
📝 Ingredients for Easy Fruit Cake
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) brown sugar (or white sugar)
• 1 cup (150g) mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, currants, or chopped dates)
• ½ cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup (120ml) milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 orange or lemon (optional)
👩🍳 How to Make Everyday Fruit Cake (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugar
Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract and citrus zest.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. Toss dried fruits in a little flour to prevent sinking.
Step 3: Combine Batter
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until smooth. Fold in the dried fruits gently.
Step 4: Bake the Cake
Pour batter into a greased and lined loaf pan (8×4 inch / 20×10 cm).
Bake at 170°C (340°F) for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 5: Cool and Serve
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
💡 Tips for the Best Moist Fruit Cake
• Soak dried fruits in juice or tea for extra flavor
• Do not overmix to keep the cake soft
• Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
