Fruit Slices

📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts Discover this delightful archived recipe for Fruit Slices, packed with assorted candied fruits, nuts, and raisins. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet afternoon treat.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
20 mins40 minsNone12 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking pan

Ingredients

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
3 cupsAssorted Candied FruitsNone
3EggsSeparated
1 cupBrown SugarNone
1/2 cupPrunesChopped
1 cupFlourNone
1 tspBaking PowderNone
1 tspVanillaNone
1 cupRaisinsNone
1 cupWalnutsNone

Instructions

Step 1: Mixing

  1. Mix 3 egg yolks and 1 cup brown sugar.
  2. Add 1 cup flour and 1 tsp baking powder to egg-sugar mixture.
  3. Add 1 tsp vanilla, then the 3 stiffly beaten egg whites.
  4. Add 3 cups assorted candied fruits, 1/2 cup chopped prunes, 1 cup raisins, and 1 cup walnuts.

Step 2: Baking

  1. Bake for 40 minutes in a 6.5 x 10.5-inch pan until golden and set.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.


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