"Pieces of red candied cherries and an arrangement of blanched almonds on top make this a particularly handsome (and tasty) fruit cake. Make ahead of time, as this feast day fruit cake can be stored for up to 1 month...."
INGREDIENTS
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Ingredients Nutrition Facts
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1 cup (250 mL) finely chopped blanched almond, divided
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3 cups (750 mL) all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 tsp (7.5 mL) baking powder
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3/4 tsp (4 mL) nutmeg
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1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) salt
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1/4 tsp (1.25 mL) ground cloves
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1 cup (250 mL) butter, softened
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1 1/4 cup (315 mL) sugar
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6 eggs
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1 cup (250 mL) golden raisins
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3/4 cups (175 mL) currants
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3/4 cup (175 mL) quartered red candied cherries
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3/4 cup (175 mL) chopped candied pineapple
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1 1/2 cup (375 mL) whole blanched almonds
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2 tbsp (30 mL) corn syrup
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2 tbsp (30 mL) water