"This fruitcake not only can be made weeks ahead, it tastes better that way! You can substitute Brazil nuts, pecans and hazelnuts for the walnuts—or use a combination of nuts. —Jason Boor, Manchester, New York..."
INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 cups chopped walnuts
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1 package (8 ounces) pitted dates, chopped
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1 cup maraschino cherries, halved
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1/2 cup dried mangoes, chopped
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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3/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1 cup spiced rum, divided