moma b's fruitcake

Cullman, AL
Updated on May 2, 2012

This is my husband's mom's recipe and has been in the family as long as he can remember. She gave it to all her children and I have been making it every Christmas since our marriage in 1957. It is a very simple recipe and is well worth the baking time. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 3 Hr
method ---
yield 25-30 people

Ingredients

  • 5 - large eggs
  • 1/2 pound butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pound glazed red cherries
  • 1 pound glazed pineapple
  • 4 cups pecans
  • 2 tablespoons lemon extract
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

How To Make moma b's fruitcake

  • Step 1
    Beat butter well, then gradually add sugar, eggs, fruit and dry ingredients. Add pecans. Bake in greased and floured tube pan that has been lined with wax paper at 250 degrees for 3 hours. OPTIONAL: Wrap in cheese cloth that has been soaked in your favorite wine or whiskey. Store in a cool place. Will keep for 3 weeks.

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