Rustic Fruit and Nut Cake: A delicious blend of natural sweetness and texture

This rustic fruit and nut cake is a comforting homemade treat that combines the natural sweetness of mixed fruit with the rich texture of optional nuts and a hint of orange zest. It's moist and hearty, perfect for those who enjoy a cake that's not too sweet but still full of flavor. The cake's easy preparation and healthy ingredients make it a satisfying dessert or teatime snack.

Why you will love it

The mix of fruit and optional nuts in this cake provides a lovely moistness and crunch, while the orange zest provides a bright, citrusy note that cuts through the richness of the batter. It's a versatile cake that can be customized based on your fruit and nut preferences, making it a reliable recipe for all seasons.

Perfect opportunity

This cake is perfect for family gatherings, especially during the holidays where its warm flavors can be truly appreciated. It's also ideal for potlucks, afternoon tea or as a special treat to enjoy with morning coffee.

Decorating Tips

For a simple but elegant finish, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with a basic frosting made from icing sugar and milk. replaces the word nice with empty emphasize the orange flavor, add a few candied orange slices as a topping. For a festive touch, you can also sprinkle some chopped nuts on the icing.

• Ingredients:
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1 cup of oil
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 2 cups flour (plus a little extra to coat the fruit)
  • 10g baking powder
  • 10g vanilla powder or equivalent vanilla extract
  • 200g mixed dried fruits
  • Nuts (optional, chopped)
  • Orange zest (optional)
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F). Butter a cake mold.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until frothy.
  3. Gradually add the oil and milk until well combined.
  4. Sift in the flour, baking powder and vanilla and mix until well combined.
  5. In another bowl, toss the mixed fruit and optional nuts with a spoonful of flour to coat; this helps prevent them from sinking into the batter.
  6. Gently fold the fruit mixture and optional orange zest into the main batter until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  8. Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool for a while in the pan before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

I hope you try and enjoy this comforting fruit and nut cake, perfect for adding a touch of sweetness to any day!