Never thought you’d love fruit cake? Think again! This Never Fail Fruit Cake is moist, bursting with fruit, nuts, and dates, and full of rich, warming flavors that make it a holiday favorite.
Unlike the dry, heavy fruit cakes of childhood memories, this recipe creates a cake that’s soft, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible — perfect for gifting, dessert tables, or cozy winter evenings.
Step 2: Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ tsp ground nutmeg
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½ cup butter, softened
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1 cup brown sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, dates, cranberries)
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1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
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Zest of 1 orange or lemon (optional for extra aroma)

