Costco Fruitcake Recipe
The beloved Costco Fruitcake Recipe brings festive joy to countless homes during holiday seasons.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Electric mixer
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wire cooling rack
- Parchment paper
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mixed candied fruits
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Grease loaf pan with butter.
- Mix flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt together.
- Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla and brandy.
- Fold in dry ingredients gradually.
- Stir in fruits and nuts.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes.
- Cool completely before removing.
Notes
- Soak dried fruits in brandy overnight for enhanced flavor
- Toast nuts lightly before adding to improve taste
- Line pan with parchment for easy removal
- Check doneness with toothpick inserted in center
- Wrap finished cake in plastic for moisture retention