Indian Christmas Fruitcake Recipe

This delightful cake combines dried fruits, cashews, spices, and rich homemade caramel for a truly aromatic experience.

Preparation Time

Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
Active: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Cashews: 2.6 oz (75 g)
All-purpose flour: 5.3 oz (150 g)
Ground cloves: ¼ teaspoon
Salt: ¼ teaspoon
Unsalted butter: 5.3 oz (150 g) + for greasing
Water: 2 oz (60 ml)
Dried fruits: 4.2 oz (120 g)
Sugar: 8.8 oz (250 g)
Ground cinnamon: ½ teaspoon
Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
Eggs: 3
Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon

Instructions

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 3.5 oz (100 g) of sugar, cooking until it darkens. Carefully add the water and continue stirring until you achieve a smooth caramel. Allow it to cool.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
3. Rinse and dry the dried fruits. Combine them with the cashews and coat them with about 3 tablespoons of flour from the total amount. Reserve some nuts for decoration.
4. In a bowl, mix the remaining flour with baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cloves.
5. Using a mixer, beat the softened butter, vanilla extract, and 5.3 oz (150 g) of sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients.
6. Fold the cooled caramel and dried fruits into the batter. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and smooth the top. Decorate with reserved nuts if desired.
7. Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown. Check for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.

Enjoy your delightful Indian Christmas Fruitcake! 🎄🍰