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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 65 Minutes |
Ready In: 85 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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WE have enjoyed this recipe for many years. It was given to me by a college friend. It looks like a standard fruit cake, but the rich, moist texture of apples, dates, raisins and nuts makes it a very satisfying dessert. A slice of this cake, topped with whipped cream, whipped topping or a big scoop of ice cream will have your guests coming back for more. Ingredients:
1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates |
1 cup raisins |
2-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour, divided |
1/2 cup butter, softened |
2 cups sugar |
2 eggs |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 teaspoons baking soda |
1 teaspoon salt |
1-3/4 cups boiling water |
1 cup chopped peeled tart apple |
1 cup chopped walnuts |
confectioners' sugar, optional |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine dates and raisins. Add 1 tablespoon flour and toss to coat; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the baking soda, salt and remaining flour; add to creamed mixture alternately with boiling water. Stir in the apple, walnuts and reserved date mixture.
3. Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Yield: 10-12 servings.
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