Costco Fruit Cake Recipe

I will call this week in my blog Costco week, since I made three Costco copycats-inspired recipes, I got a ton of requests to make another one which is the Costco Fruit Cake Recipe.

After I made the Costco Scalloped Potatoes Recipe and the Costco French Onion Soup Recipe, I saw that a lot of people loved them, Now it’s time to make a dessert inspired by Costco, The Costco Fruit Cake Recipe is like all cakes you can make at home, whats make it special the dried fruits inside the cake and on top.

To be honest, I tried my best to stick to the original recipe, which isn’t complicated at all. I even thought about adding fresh fruits like caramelized apples and strawberries. However, since you wanted the classic Costco Fruit Cake, I decided to stay true to the original and use dried fruits.

But of course, I got a little creative and used only the dried fruits I liked the most, such as apricots. I’ve made apricot cookies before and loved the taste, so I thought they would be perfect as both a filling and topping. I also used dried plums (prunes) and pecans. But as I said, it’s your cake, so it’s your choice! You can use any dried fruits you like.

I baked the dried fruits along with the cake and sugar powder. However, you have two choices: you can either bake the dried fruits with the cake, or you can add them as a topping after baking the cakes. Both methods work well. I just wanted my dried fruits to be more baked and have a slightly smoky flavor.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1/2 cup dried plums (prunes), chopped
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

For the Topping:

• Remaining dried apricots, dried plums, and pecans (whole or chopped)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• 9-inch round cake pan
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Spatula
• Wire rack for cooling

How to Make a Costco Fruit Cake Recipe?

Step 1:

First, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2:

Get a round cake pan and make sure it’s all greased and floured.

Step 3:

In a big bowl, mix the soft butter and sugar until it’s fluffy.

Step 4:

Crack the eggs and add them one by one, mixing well each time. Then, add some vanilla extract.

Step 5:

In another bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6:

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones, pouring a bit of milk in between and stirring gently.

Step 7:

Now, let’s add our yummy dried fruits! Sprinkle in the chopped apricots, plums, and pecans, and give it a gentle stir. (Just to know the dried fruits are up to you, you can use any you want, I used for this recipe Apricot, Plums, and pecans) but the options are endless.

Step 8:

Pour the batter into the cake pan and smooth it out with a spatula.

Step 9:

Next, let’s make it look pretty, Arrange the rest of the dried fruits and nuts on top of the cake, and sprinkle some brown sugar over them.

Step 10:

Put the cake in the oven and bake it for about 30-35 minutes.

Step 11:

Once it’s done, take the cake out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 12:

Then, carefully move it onto a wire rack to cool completely. and enjoy it with your favorite drink with the family, the recipe is not perfect, but I tried my best to make almost fit the original one available at Cotsco, But I’m sure you will the taste. Enjoy

Tips

• You can use different yummy fruits and nuts to make your cake super special and yummy! Try mixing them up to see what flavors you like best.
• Make sure the butter, eggs, and other stuff you use are not too cold or too hot. They should be just right.
• When you mix your cake batter, do it gently. Don’t mix it too much or the cake might be tough like a rock.
• After the cake is baked, let it cool down in the pan before taking it out.

How to Pair with this Costco Fruit Cake Recipe?

You can enjoy this delightful Costco Fruit Cake recipe with various meals and drinks for a perfect pairing. I would say to enjoy your cake as a dessert after you finish the Costco French Onion Soup or the Costco Scalloped Potatoes, You can all your dinner the Costco dinner.

Many delicious dishes pair well with this Costco Fruit Cake, but personally, I love enjoying desserts with drinks like iced tea, regular lemonade, or even a refreshing smoothie if I’m in the mood for it. These beverages complement the sweetness of the cake perfectly.

Conclusion:

This delicious Costco Fruit Cake Recipe boasts a moist texture and a delightful blend of dried fruits and nuts that’s sure you will love it and your family. Not only does it taste amazing, but it also looks beautiful! Give it a try and don’t forget to join our community by subscribing below.