Description
German Fruit Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that showcases a moist sponge cake studded with tender pieces of fruit. This traditional German treat is perfect for serving alongside a cup of coffee or tea.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup milk
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) fruit cocktail in juice (drained)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (to coat fruit)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar, beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with milk, mixing just until combined.
- Coat fruit: Toss the drained fruit cocktail with 1 tablespoon of flour to help prevent sinking. Gently fold the fruit into the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
- This cake is often enjoyed as a simple tea cake or coffee companion.
- Serve with whipped cream or a drizzle of custard sauce for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
