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Claxton Fruit Cake Recipe

Claxton Fruit Cake Recipe

I never thought Claxton Fruit Cake Recipe would be a favorite in my kitchen! This cake is very moist and full of tasty fruits and nuts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 364 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 Large Eggs
  • 1 lb Walnut halves
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 3 cups Candied pineapple (Diced)
  • 1-1/2 cups  Whole red candied cherries
  • 1 cup  Shortening
  • 1-1/2 cups  Whole green candied cherries
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 10 ounces Golden raisins
  • 4 tbsp Vanilla extract
  • 3 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 300°F. Mix the nuts and fruits. In another bowl, cream the shortening and sugar.
  • Mix the baking powder, salt, and flour with the creamed mixture. Add vanilla extract and eggs.
  • Over the fruits and nuts, pour the mixture. Stir well.
  • Place the mixture in a greased tube pan (10-inch).
  • In the oven, bake for about 1 hour 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Soak dried fruits for extra moistness.
  • Avoid overbaking.
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