Best Costco Fruit Cake Recipe: Easy Homemade Dessert

I just love a good homemade dessert that’s both delicious and easy to make, don’t you? Today, I’m thrilled to share with you my secret recipe for the Best Costco Fruit Cake Recipe, a moist and flavorful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday gathering or just want a sweet surprise for your family, this fruit cake is sure to become a favorite. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make, so you can enjoy it without spending hours in the kitchen!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Moist and flavorful, with the perfect balance of sweet and spice
• Loaded with mixed dried fruit and chopped nuts for added texture
• Easy to prepare with simple ingredients
• Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a thoughtful gift
• Can be made ahead and stored for several days to develop the flavors
• Great for quick family dinners or weeknight dessert ideas

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious Costco Fruit Cake Recipe:

• 2 cups mixed dried fruit (such as raisins, currants, chopped dates, and candied fruit peel)
• 1 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup milk

Full ingredient list with measurements is provided in the printable recipe card below.

How to Make the Recipe

Let’s walk through the steps to make this moist and delicious fruit cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or Bundt pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed dried fruit and chopped nuts. Toss them with 1/4 cup of the flour until evenly coated.
3. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated.
5. In a separate bowl, sift together the remaining flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk, until a smooth batter forms.
7. Fold in the dried fruit and nut mixture until evenly distributed.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove the fruitcake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, you can wrap the fruitcake tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it at room temperature for several days to allow the flavors to develop.
12. Enjoy your homemade Costco Fruit Cake!

Pro Tips for Making the Recipe

Here are a few tips to ensure your fruit cake turns out perfectly every time:

• Soak the dried fruit in a little tea or liquor (optional) before adding it to the batter for extra flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter, as this can make the cake dense.
• Let the cake cool completely before slicing for the cleanest cuts.
• For an extra moist cake, brush the top with a little rum or brandy after it cools.

How to Serve

This fruit cake is versatile and can be served in a variety of ways:

• Slice it thinly and serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
• Dust it with powdered sugar for a sweet and elegant presentation.
• Serve it as a dessert after a quick family dinner or as part of your holiday spread.
• Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap for a convenient on-the-go snack.

Make Ahead and Storage

One of the best things about this fruit cake is that it can be made ahead of time:

• Wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• For longer storage, you can wrap it in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature when you’re ready to serve.

There you have it, my friends! A simple and delicious recipe for the Best Costco Fruit Cake that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re a fan of traditional fruitcakes or just looking for a tasty dessert to add to your holiday menu, this recipe is sure to please. Don’t forget to check out some of my other favorite fruitcake recipes, like How to Make the Best Traditional Holiday Fruit Cake, How to Make a Delicious Five-Minute Fruit and Nut Cake, and How to Make a No-Bake Colorful Fruit Cake for even more inspiration. Happy baking! 🍰

Costco Fruit Cake Recipe

A moist and flavorful fruitcake filled with mixed dried fruit and nuts, perfect for the holiday season.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 8 slices

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups mixed dried fruit such as raisins, currants, chopped dates, and candied fruit peel
• 1 cup chopped nuts such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a loaf or Bundt pan.
• Combine dried fruit and nuts in a bowl. Toss with 1/4 cup flour until evenly coated.
• Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
• Sift remaining flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add to creamed mixture, alternating with milk.
• Fold in fruit and nut mixture. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes.
• Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Allow the fruitcake to sit at room temperature for several days to develop flavors.

Keyword fruitcake