Ingredients

• 1kg mixed dried fruit
• 1/2 cup red glace cherries, halved
• 1 cup pitted dried dates, finely chopped
• 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 200g butter, chopped
• 2 teaspoons finely grated orange rind
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon mixed spice
• 1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
• 2/3 cup brandy
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 3/4 cups plain flour
• 1/4 cup self-raising flour
• 1/4 cup blanched whole almonds
• warmed apricot jam, to serve

Description

Classic Fruit Cake Recipe - Place Dried Fruit, Cherries, Dates, Sugar, Butter, Orange Rind, Orange Juice, Mixed Spice, Bicarbonate Of Soda And 1/2 Cup Brandy In A Saucepan Over Medium Heat. Cook, Stirring,...

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