Miniature Christmas Fruitcakes
Description
These bite-sized Christmas fruitcakes are packed with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. The batter is enriched with a molasses-soaked fruit mixture and chopped nuts for a dense, moist texture. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these mini cakes are easy to bake in muffin tins and store well for gifting.Ingredients
Directions
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In a saucepan, combine molasses, water and vanilla; add raisins and bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer for 5 min.
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Remove from heat and stir in fruit; cool.
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Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Stir together dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk.
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Stir in fruit mixture; mix well.
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Fold in nuts.
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Spoon into paper-lined miniature muffin tins, filling almost to the top.
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Bake at 325 deg.
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for 22-24 min.
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or until cakes test done.
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Cool on wire racks.
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Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 72
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1038.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 30.0g47%
- Saturated Fat 9.3g47%
- Cholesterol 279.8mg94%
- Sodium 417.8mg18%
- Total Carbohydrate 185.6g62%
- Dietary Fiber 4.8g20%
- Sugars 131.5g
- Protein 19.1g39%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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