Nutty As a Fruitcake Healthy Version

Indulge in the holiday cheer guilt-free with this wholesome twist on a classic dessert—our 'Nutty As a Fruitcake Healthy Version.' Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup and unsweetened applesauce, this recipe combines nutrient-rich almond flour and whole wheat flour for a hearty base. Packed with chopped dried fruits like apricots, figs, and dates, and a medley of raw walnuts, pecans, and almonds, every bite is bursting with flavor and texture. Brightened with orange zest and juice, this moist and vibrant loaf is as festive as it is nourishing. Ready in just over an hour and free from refined sugars, it's a delightful treat for health-conscious holiday celebrations or any time you want a snack that's both wholesome and indulgent.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Chopped dried apricots
• 0.5 cup Chopped dried figs
• 0.5 cup Chopped pitted dates
• 0.5 cup Chopped raw walnuts
• 0.5 cup Chopped raw pecans
• 0.5 cup Chopped raw almonds
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 0.25 cup Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the dried fruits (apricots, figs, dates) and nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds). Toss them with 2 tablespoons of the dry flour mixture to ensure they’re evenly coated. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, orange juice, and melted coconut oil until smooth.

Step 5

Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry flour mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Then, fold in the dried fruit and nuts mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve as a healthy holiday treat or snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1116.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3964.6

Total Fat 253.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1210.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 411.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.8g	0%
Total Sugars 281.4g
Protein 85.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 858.0mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 3499.1mg	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: 53.5%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 38.5%