Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped dates, etc.)
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), optional
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. Prepare the Fruits
In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed dried fruits with orange juice. Let them soak for about 15-20 minutes to plump up.
3. Make the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together applesauce, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup until well combined.
4.Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
5.Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in Fruits and Nuts
Gently fold in the soaked dried fruits and, if desired, chopped nuts into the batter until evenly distributed.
7. Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9.Optional Glaze
If desired, you can drizzle the cooled cake with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a bit of orange juice.
10. Serve and Enjoy
Once the cake has cooled and any optional glaze has set, slice and serve. This vegan fruit cake is perfect for Christmas celebrations, with its rich, fruity flavors capturing the essence of the season.
Enjoy your Vegan Festive Fruit Cake!
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