Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan or a round cake pan.
Step 2: Mix dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream butter and sugar
In a large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Combine wet and dry ingredients
Alternate adding the flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Stir until just combined.
Step 5: Fold in fruits and nuts
Gently fold in dried fruits, chopped nuts, and citrus zest (if using) until evenly distributed.
Step 6: Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 60–75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
Step 7: Cool and serve
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15–20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
Step 4: Closing
This Never Fail Fruit Cake is moist, flavorful, and packed with festive goodness. It’s a holiday classic that transforms the idea of fruit cake into something everyone will love — rich, tender, and utterly irresistible. Perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, or wrapped up as a thoughtful gift. 🎄🍰
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