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English fruitcake

English fruitcake

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Discover this traditional English fruitcake, which is easy to make and perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert.

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Recipe from Gran, Johnny Zoo, רועי הגאון~hewikibooks (Wikibooks), adapted by Recette de cuisine · · updated on

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This classic English fruitcake is a beloved recipe that will delight anyone with a sweet tooth. It’s easy to make and perfect for an afternoon treat or a family dessert.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time15 min
  • Cook time40 min
  • Resting10 min
  • Total1 hr 5 min
  • DifficultyEasy
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodfour
  • Estimated cost$3.44 $0.43 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.

Ingredients

8 people
  • $0.52
  • $0.00
  • $1.05
  • $0.33
  • $0.70
  • $0.38
  • $0.46

Prices from US supermarkets for 5 of 7 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to a moderate temperature (180 degrees Celsius, 175 °C).
  2. We combine the softened butter with the sugar, then add the eggs and mix again until a light and airy mixture forms (you can also use a food processor with a stainless steel blade). ≈ 3 min
  3. We combine the flour with the citrus zest, grapes, cherries, and walnuts. ≈ 3 min
  4. Next, the flour mixture is added to the margarine mixture, and the mixture is blended until a smooth dough is formed. ≈ 3 min
  5. We add the brandy and stir again. ≈ 3 min
  6. The dough is poured into the mold and baked for approximately 40 minutes.
  7. Refrigerate briefly, then dust the cake with powdered sugar (optional). ≈ 2 min

The bill

English fruitcake

  • 150 g of margarine$0.52
  • 3/4 cup of sugar$0.00
  • 3 eggs$1.05
  • 1 cup, 1/4 cup of flour for bread$0.33
  • 50 g of candied citrus peel, chopped$0.70
  • 50 grams of grapes$0.38
  • 50 g of almonds, chopped$0.46

Total$3.44

that's $0.43 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Equipment

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Before you start

Ingredients

  • 150 g of margarine
  • 3/4 cup of sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup, 1/4 cup of flour for bread
  • 50 g of candied citrus peel, chopped
  • 50 grams of grapes
  • 30 grams of candy
  • 50 g of almonds, chopped
  • 5 tablespoons of brandy
  • Rectangular baking sheet, 35 cm, with oil applied

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