Light Fruit Cake (Moist & the Best Ever!) Decorated Treats from decoratedtreats.com
Introduction
Fruit cake is a traditional dessert that is often associated with the festive season. However, the traditional versions can be quite heavy and rich, which is why we have created a light fruit cake recipe that is perfect for those who want to indulge in a tasty treat without the guilt. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made with simple ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
1/2 cup of unsalted butter (room temperature)
3/4 cup of granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup of plain yogurt
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of mixed dried fruit (raisins, currants, and cranberries)
1/4 cup of chopped almonds
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease an 8-inch cake pan. 2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside. 3. In a separate mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. 4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined. 5. Add the yogurt and vanilla extract and mix until smooth. 6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. 7. Fold in the mixed dried fruit and chopped almonds. 8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula. 9. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. 10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
This light fruit cake recipe serves 8 and contains approximately:
Calories: 317
Total Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 80mg
Sodium: 268mg
Total Carbohydrates: 42g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 26g
Protein: 5g
Tips and Variations
You can use any combination of dried fruits that you prefer, such as apricots, figs, or dates.
If you don't have almonds, you can use other nuts such as pecans or walnuts.
You can add a tablespoon of brandy or rum to the batter for extra flavor.
If you want to make the cake even lighter, you can substitute some of the butter with unsweetened applesauce.
You can also serve the cake with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.
Conclusion
This light fruit cake recipe is perfect for those who want to indulge in a tasty treat without the guilt. It is easy to make and uses simple ingredients that you may already have in your pantry. You can also customize the recipe to suit your preferences by using different combinations of dried fruits or nuts. So why not try making this delicious cake for your next afternoon tea or dessert? Your taste buds will thank you!
