Easy Moist Fruit Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter.
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3/4 cup (150g) soft brown sugar.
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2 cups (350g) dried fruits (sultanas, raisins, currants, glace cherries, citrus peel).
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1/2 cup (100g) dates, pitted and chopped.
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2/3 cup (166g) sweetened orange juice.
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1 1/2 tablespoons orange zest.
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2 tablespoons (36g) molasses.
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1 3/4 cups (210g) all-purpose flour.
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder.
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1/2 teaspoon salt.
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1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon powder.
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
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1 teaspoon allspice.
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1/4 cup (52g) vegetable oil.
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3 large eggs, room temperature.
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1 cup (100g) walnuts, halved.
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3 tablespoons (50g) fresh orange juice for syrup.
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1 3/4 tablespoons (20g) white sugar for syrup.
# Instructions:
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Simmer butter, sugar, dried fruits, dates (if firm), orange juice, zest and molasses. Cool to room temperature.
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Mix dry ingredients. Combine oil and eggs separately. Fold into cooled fruit mixture. Add walnuts and remaining ingredients.
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Pour into 8x3 inch tin. Bake at 140°C (fan) for 75-85 minutes until done.
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Make orange syrup by dissolving sugar in juice. Brush over warm cake.
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Wrap in foil and store in airtight container for 48 hours before serving.
# Notes:
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Must rest 48 hours before cutting.
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Can customize dried fruit mix.
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Use gram measurements for accuracy.