Christmas White Fruit Cake

Delight your holiday table with this elegant and festive Christmas White Fruit Cake, a lighter twist on the traditional fruitcake that's packed with vibrant flavors and a delicate texture. Made with a medley of dried cranberries, apricots, golden raisins, and candied cherries, this cake is beautifully complemented by the warmth of almond flour, subtle citrus notes from orange and lemon zest, and the indulgent richness of chopped pecans or walnuts. The optional splash of brandy or orange juice adds a touch of holiday cheer, while the tender crumb is achieved through the perfect balance of butter, eggs, and milk. Baked to golden perfection and ideal for make-ahead entertaining, this show-stopping dessert is the ultimate centerpiece for your Christmas celebrations. Serve it as-is or with a dusting of powdered sugar for a timeless holiday treat sure to impress family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries, chopped
• 0.5 cup Dried apricots, chopped
• 0.5 cup Golden raisins
• 0.5 cup Candied cherries, chopped
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Brandy or orange juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it and lining the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the dried cranberries, dried apricots, golden raisins, candied cherries, almond flour, chopped nuts, orange zest, and lemon zest. If desired, stir in the brandy or orange juice for extra flavor and moisture.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 80-90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Once cooled, brush the cake with a little extra brandy or orange juice for added moisture and flavor. Wrap the cake tightly and let it rest for a day or two before serving for the best taste.

Step 11

Slice and serve your Christmas White Fruit Cake as a delightful holiday treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1681.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6155.2

Total Fat 281.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 135.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1271.6mg	0%
Sodium 2491.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 843.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 547.1g
Protein 84.0g	0%

Vitamin D 217.7IU	0%
Calcium 609.3mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 2527.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 54.0%