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Boozy Fruit Cake

Boozy Fruit Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of our Boozy Fruit Cake, a perfect centerpiece for any festive gathering. This moist and flavorful cake, enriched with a medley of dried fruits and aromatic spices, is soaked in apple juice for a unique twist on traditional recipes. Its inviting aroma and rich texture will impress your guests during holidays or special occasions. Easy to prepare and endlessly versatile, this cake can be enjoyed year-round. Whether served alongside whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or fresh berries, it’s bound to become a favorite at any dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1¼ cups golden raisins
  • 1¼ cups regular raisins
  • ¾ cup chopped dried pitted dates
  • ½ cup currants
  • 1 cup candied orange or lemon peel
  • 1â…“ cups chopped walnuts
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ cup golden syrup or light corn syrup
  • 2 extra-large eggs
  • 5 tablespoons apple juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a 9-inch round cake tin with parchment paper.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine milk, golden syrup, butter, dates, golden raisins, raisins, currants, and candied peel. Heat gently until the butter melts; cool to room temperature.
  3. In another bowl, sift together flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda; add chopped walnuts.
  4. Once the fruit mixture is cool, mix in eggs one at a time. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Bake for about 2 to 2½ hours or until a skewer comes out clean.
  6. While warm, poke holes in the top and drizzle with apple juice; cool completely in the tin before removing.

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