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Paradise and Pennant Candied Fruit

Fruitcake Gems made with Paradise Fruit

Fruitcake gets a bad rap but when made well it is truly delicious. These little gems are not only tasty but also deserve to be enjoyed all year long. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or having friends over for dinner, this unexpected, flavorful treat will shine.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Candied Red & Green Pineapple wedges,chopped
• 1 cup Candied Orange peel, chopped
• 1/2 cup golden raisins
• 1/4 cup rum or apple juice
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup flour
• 2 cups cashews, chopped
• Candied Whole Red Cherries
• Green Cherries, halved

Directions:

In a medium bowl, combine candied pineapple, orange peel and raisins. Pour rum or apple juice over fruit mixture; let stand 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In mixing bowl, cream butter, corn syrup and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Add flour; mix until combined. Stir in fruit mixture and cashews.

Fill paper-lined miniature muffin cups with dough. Press cherry half into top of each.

A recipe from our guest blogger, Lynn Huntley.