SHARMARK LEARNS HOW TO MAKE FRUIT CAKE | SPECIAL GUEST - LEONNE THEODORE-JOHN | 20TH DECEMBER 2024

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is lower in saturated fat.

mixed dried fruits

🥗Healthier: unsweetened dried fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Unsweetened options are lower in sugar.

Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).

Grease and line a cake tin with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, combine mixed dried fruits, nuts, and zest.

In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Sift in flour, baking powder, and spices; fold into the mixture.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top.

Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until a skewer comes out clean.

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

Once cooled, decorate with additional fruits or nuts if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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