This Nut and Dried Fruit Cake is a delightful treat for those who love baked goods with a rich mix of nuts and dried fruits. The recipe is straightforward and yields a deliciously moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 5 eggs at room temperature
- 200g sugar (1 cup)
- 3 tbsp brandy (45 ml)
- 10g baking powder (2 tsp)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 10g vanilla sugar (1 tbsp)
- 350g flour (2 3/4 cups)
- 300g peeled almonds (10.6 oz)
- 100g peeled pistachios (3.5 oz)
- 200g chopped dried apricots (7 oz)
- 100g dried cranberries (3.5 oz)
Nutrition Information
This recipe makes approximately 12 servings. The nutritional information per serving is as follows:
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 20g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 150mg
Preparation Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Baking Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
- If necessary, cover the baking form with baking paper and grease with oil.
Step 2: Prepare the Egg Mixture
- Beat the Eggs:
- In a mixer, beat 5 eggs until they start to form a foam.
- Add Sugar and Flavorings:
- Gradually add 200g sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, 10g vanilla sugar, and 3 tbsp brandy.
- Continue to beat for about 7 minutes until a light, high foam is obtained.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
- Sift the Flour:
- Sift 350g flour with 10g baking powder.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Carefully fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture with a spatula until smooth.
Step 4: Add Nuts and Dried Fruits
- Prepare Nuts and Fruits:
- Add 300g peeled almonds, 100g peeled pistachios, 200g chopped dried apricots, and 100g dried cranberries to the batter.
- Mix until evenly distributed.
Step 5: Bake the Cake
- Prepare the Form:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking form.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until well browned.
- Check the readiness with a wooden stick; it should come out clean.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
- Cool the Cake:
- Allow the cake to cool for about 5 minutes in the form.
- Remove the cake from the form and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Store and Serve:
- Store the cake in a closed container for up to a week.
- Serve plain or with butter.
Tips
- If you prefer a less sweet cake, you can reduce the sugar to 150 grams.
- Feel free to substitute dried cherries for cranberries if desired.
- Baking times may vary; check the cake at 30-40 minutes if using disposable paper forms.
Enjoy this rich and flavorful Nut and Dried Fruit Cake with a cup of tea or coffee! Bon appétit!
