Grandma Leach's Fruitcake Recipe

Reviews More Reviews

Nov 22, 2007

I love this very moist fruitcake. I got so many compliments on it! It is very moist! I baked mine in a bunt pan and a bread pan. It took 1 1/2 to bake at 300. I added 1/2 cup whiskey to one of them. Because it is already moist, I was afraid to pour the whiskey over top but I did and people said it was the best fruitcake they have ever eaten!! Next time I will add a little more fruit. It is more "cakey" than "fruity" But I appreciate the recipee....It made me look like such a good baker!! I will make this year after year!

—Katie

See full review »

Sep 20, 2010

I had never made fruitcake before, so this was a first, for me. I decided to give this recipe a shot, because of your little blurb about the cake :). I followed the recipe exactly, but cut down the fruit+nuts (family's not too big on it), and it turned out perfect! It was moist, not too sweet, and so aromatic! I am surprised this has only one review so far. I'll be making this often & thanks for sharing this family recipe :)

—Asma

See full review »

3 Ratings

Dec 18, 2012

this is fabulous! I knew I was going to like it for the fact that it was made with applesauce and oil. I am not a fan of clove so only added 1tsp but added some fresh grated nutmeg and allspice too. Used special dark choc. You don't taste the choc but it seems to enhance the flavor of the spices and fruit. I played around with the fruit and added some orange essence cranberries from trader Joe's, cran cherries,dates, and the candied fruit. I soaked them the night before in triple sec with a few cinnamon sticks and the zest of 1 orange. The result of the applesauce and oil is a moist moist cake without being heavy fruitcake. It's even better the next day. had to bake for about 1 hr and 15 min. made 1 bundt and 1 bread loaf. It is just so yummy. thank you so much.

—TUNISIANSWIFE

See full review »

Rate This Recipe

Edit

Glad you liked it! Your friends will, too:

Did you tweak the recipe? Edit and save your own version of it!

Edit this recipe

More Recipes Like This See all

Light Fruitcake

Applesauce Fruitcake

Light Fruitcake

Mom's Fruitcake

Easy Light Fruitcake

Jackie's Fruitcake

Mom's Fruitcake

Gumdrop Fruitcake

French Fruitcake

Quick Fruitcake

ADVERTISE WITH US

Nutrition

Calories
210 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
34.8 g
11%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
7.7 g
12%

Fiber
1.8 g
7%

Protein
2.4 g
5%

Sodium
132 mg
5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Grandma Leach's Fruitcake

Serving Size: 1/48 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 48
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 210
Calories from Fat: 70

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.7g 12 %
Saturated Fat 1g 5 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 132mg 5 %
Potassium 122mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 34.8g 11 %
Dietary Fiber 1.8g 7 %
Protein 2.4g 5 %
** Sugars 16.2g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 10 %
** Thiamin 11 %
** Niacin 10 %
** Vitamin B6 3 %
** Magnesium 7 %
** Folate 15 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.