Dark -n- Moist Fruitcake
1 package of yellow cake mix 1 stick of butter or margarine 2/3 cup of water 1 small package of instant vanilla pudding mix 4 large eggs, slightly beaten 2 teaspoons of vanilla 1 cup of chopped candied pineapple 1 cup of chopped dates 1 pint of strawberry preserves 1 pound of dark seedless raisins 1 cup of chopped candied cherries 1 cup of chopped pecans
Mix cake mix and pudding mix in large mixing bowl. Melt butter in saucepan and add 2/3 cup water. Add to cake mix, stir in slightly beaten eggs and vanilla. Beat 4 minutes on high speed. Pour into 6 quart pan. Add remaining ingredient sand mix well with large spoon or hands. Grease large tube pan and lightly dust with flour. Firmly pack mixture in pan within 1 inch of top of pan. Bake at 350ºF. for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until done. The Fruitcake Store & Gifts |