Easy Fruit Cake Recipe

An easy fruit cake recipe that starts with a spice cake mix and lemon pudding mix then uses different fruits.

It can't get easier than that! Apricot brandy is also used; making this recipe simple to prepare and oh so delicious!

What you need:

• 1 package spice cake mix (2 layer size)
• 1 package (3 3/4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
• 2/3 cup apricot nectar
• 1/4 cup Apricot brandy
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup chopped dates
• 1/2 cup chopped candied cherries
• 1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• Glaze, optional
• 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
• 2 to 3 tablespoons apricot brandy

What you do:

In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, apricot nectar, 1/4 cup apricot brandy, and vegetable oil.

Beat on medium speed until batter is smooth, about 2 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.

Fold in the chopped fruits and nuts.

Turn batter into a generously greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.

Bake at 350° for 50 to 55 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cool for 15 minutes in the pan, then turn onto a cooling rack until cooled completely.

This cake is best eaten after it has been wrapped and stored in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving.

Combine 2 to 3 tablespoons of apricot brandy with 1 cup confectioners sugar and drizzle over fruitcake before serving, if desired.

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