Brenda Gantt’s fruit cake recipe is a family favorite that has been handed down through the generations. It’s a perfect cake for any holiday party or special occasion. With a rich, dense texture and a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, this fruit cake will impress even the most discerning taste buds.
This fruit cake recipe is a true labour of love, but the results are well worth the effort. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as a dessert after a holiday meal, Brenda Gantt’s fruit cake is a timeless classic that will become a new family favourite.
So let us not wait anymore to cook the recipe and a slice of this amazing fruity cake for ourselves and enjoy the taste in every bite.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup of sugar
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon of pumpkin spice
Dry Fruits Items
- 16 ounces of pineapple slices
- 16 ounces of red cherries
- 16 ounces of green cherries
- 15 ounces of dates
- 16 ounces of pecans
Tools
- A big Bowl
- Mixer machine
- Spatula
- Large spoon
- Bundt cake pan
How To Make Brenda Gantt Fruit Cake
Step 1: Beat the egg and sugar together
First, crack the eggs, put all four eggs in the mixer, and pour 1 cup of sugar into it. And with the help of the mixer, we’re going to beat the sugar and eggs together and set them aside.
Step 2: Add dry ingredients to bowl
Now take another bowl, and here we’re going to mix our dry ingredients to start with; add 2 cups of all-purpose flour, half a teaspoon of salt, four teaspoons of baking powder, and one tablespoon of pumpkin spice.
Step 3: Time to mix the dry ingredients
Now thoroughly combine all of the ingredients that have been added so far, as we want the flour, sugar, and baking powder to be thoroughly combined.
Step 4: Adding cherries and pineapple
Add 16 ounces of pineapple slices, 16 ounces of red cherries, 16 ounces of green cherries, and 15 ounces of dates.
Step 5: Pour the eggs better
Now pour the beaten egg and sugar mixture into the big bowl and again start mixing everything with the large spoon.
Step 6: Add the pecans and mix again
Add 16 ounces of pecans to the bowl and start mixing again so that all the ingredients mix properly.
Note: I recommend mixing all the ingredients with a spoon for about 2-3 minutes to ensure that everything is well combined. You can also use your hands if you prefer; they will mix everything faster.
Step 7: Mix all the ingredients
It’s time to mix all the ingredients with a large spoon or your hands, and combine all the fruits with the flour, other dry ingredients, and egg mixture.
Step 8: Time to pour the batter into the pan
We will use the bundt cake pan, so now we will pour all the cake batter into the pan, push with a spoon, pack the batter rightly put it on the bundt pan.
Step 9: Bake the cake in the oven
Place the bundt cake pan in the oven and bake for about 2 hours at 275°F. Do not worry; the cake will be baked slowly and nicely because we set the oven temperature to medium heat.
Step 10: Ready to serve
After 2 hours, remove the cake from the oven and place it on a cooling rack to cool for another 2-3 hours. There you have your homemade version of Brenda Gantt’s fruit cake.
Tips and Tricks
Add More fruits:
If you like any other fruits, like grapes, blackberries, apples, or any other fruits, you can add them to this recipe.
Ingredients and their quantities:
We used the exact amount of dry fruit items because we were following Brenda Gantt’s Fruit Cake Recipe exactly, but you can use 4 ounces instead of 16 ounces if you want to make a smaller cake.
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Brenda Gantt Fruit Cake Recipe
5.0 from 1 vote
Recipe by Lindsay G. CabralCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
8
servings
Cooking time
2
hours
Calories
300
kcal
Total time
2
hours
20
minutes
Brenda Gantt’s fruit cake recipe is a timeless classic recipe that impresses even the most discerning taste buds. The result is a rich, dense texture and a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
4 eggs
1 cup of sugar
2 cups of all-purpose flour
half a teaspoon of salt
4 teaspoons baking powder
one tablespoon of pumpkin spice
- Dry Fruits Items
16 ounces of pineapple slices
16 ounces of red cherries
16 ounces of green cherries
15 ounces of dates
16 ounces of pecans
- Tools
A big Bowl
Mixer machine
Spatula
Large spoon
Bundt cake pan
Steps
- First, add the eggs and sugar to the mixing machine and start beating them.
- Take another bowl and start adding all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and pumpkin spice.
- Now mix all the ingredients so far we have added in the mixing bowl
- It’s time to add the fruits and start with pineapple slices, red and green cherries, pecans, and a date.
- Add the beaten sugar and egg mix to the bowl and start mixing everything with a large spoon. And do this for 2-3 minutes.
- Take a bundt pan, pour all the cake batter in the bundt pan, and pack the better nicely.
- Now preheat the oven and after a few put the cake in the oven and cook it for around 2-3 hours a 250°F.
- Remove the cake from the oven and leave it aside for a few hours and is ready to be served and can be eaten, so enjoy your day.
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FAQ
Can we use a regular baking pan instead of a bundt pan?
Of course, you can use a regular baking pan or whatever you want in the oven because a baking pan or pot has little impact on the final result of a cake.
What’s so different about Brenda Gantt’s fruit cake?
Brenda Gantt’s version of fruit cake is unique in flavour and easy to make, which is why it has become so popular.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Brenda Gantt’s fruit cake recipe is an absolute classic that has stood the test of time. This traditional fruit cake is ideal for any special occasion or holiday gathering, with its rich, dense texture and perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this fruit cake recipe is well worth the effort. And while the baking time may be long, the result is a delicious and beautiful cake that will surely be a hit with family and friends.
So, the next time ifyou want to throw a traditional home dessert party, try Brenda Gantt’s fruit cake. I’m sure your taste buds will appreciate it!
