Whole Wheat Fruit and Nut Cake Recipe

Balasahana Suresh
A Healthy, Festive Delight

This Whole Wheat fruit and Nut Cake is rich, moist, and flavorful. Using whole wheat flour adds fiber and a nutty taste while keeping it perfect for christmas or special occasions. Dried fruits and nuts make it festive and delicious.

Ingredients

Fruits & Nuts:

· 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, cherries, cranberries)

· ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts)

· 3–4 tbsp orange juice (for soaking fruits)

Dry Ingredients:

· 1½ cups whole wheat flour

· 1 tsp baking powder

· ½ tsp baking soda

· ¼ tsp salt

· ½ tsp ground cinnamon

· ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

· ¼ tsp ground cloves

Wet Ingredients:

· ½ cup unsalted butter or oil

· ¾ cup brown sugar

· ¼ cup milk (or plant-based milk)

· 1 tsp vanilla extract

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Soak the Fruits

· Soak dried fruits in orange juice for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for richer flavor).

· Drain before adding to batter.

2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan

· Preheat oven to 160–170°C (325°F).

· Grease and line an 8-inch cake pan with parchment paper.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients

· In a bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.

4. Cream butter and Sugar

· In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

· Add milk and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

· Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture to form a smooth batter.

6. Add fruits and Nuts

· Gently fold in the soaked fruits and chopped nuts.

7. Bake the Cake

· Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

· Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

· Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

8. Decorate (Optional)

· Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with icing, or top with extra nuts and fruits for a festive look.

Tips for Perfect Whole Wheat fruit and Nut Cake

· Soak fruits overnight for maximum flavor and moistness.

· Use room-temperature butter for a smooth batter.

· Bake at low temperature for even cooking and to prevent drying.

· Store in an airtight container; cake tastes even better after 1–2 days.

This Whole Wheat fruit and Nut Cake is healthy, flavorful, and festive, making it perfect for christmas celebrations, gifting, or teatime indulgence.

 

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