Rich Moist Fruit Cake Loaf
Ingredients
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder
• ½ tsp nutmeg powder
• ½ tsp mixed spice (optional)
• 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tbsp honey or golden syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup (120ml) orange juice (or rum/brandy for deeper flavor)
• 2 cups (300g) mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, currants, chopped dates, cherries)
• ½ cup (75g) mixed nuts (optional, chopped)
• Zest of 1 orange and 1 lemon
Instructions