This White Fruitcake is a lighter take on the traditional fruitcake, with a base of light batter and studded with dried fruits like pineapple, cherries, and raisins. It’s perfect for those who love the flavors of a classic fruitcake but prefer a less heavy texture. The white fruitcake is great for holiday gatherings, gifting, or just enjoying with a cup of tea.
Ingredients:
For the Fruitcake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk, but buttermilk adds extra richness)
- 2 cups mixed dried fruit (such as raisins, dried pineapple, chopped dried apricots, and chopped dried cherries)
- 1/2 cup candied ginger, chopped (optional, for extra zing)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for added crunch)
- 1/4 cup chopped crystallized ginger (optional, for added flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
For the Icing (Optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Decorating (Optional):
- Candied fruits (cherries, pineapple, or mixed fruits for decoration)
- Silvered almonds or edible glitter (for added festive touch)