Fruitcake Slice 'N' Bakes
You can never have too many dessert recipes, so give Fruitcake Slice 'N' Bakes a try. One portion of this dish contains about 8g of protein, 43g of fat, and a total of 734 calories. This recipe serves 10. Head to the store and pick up butter, vanillan extract, walnuts, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 3 hours and 10 minutes. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Christmas. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet.
Instructions
Soak candied fruit, orange zest, and lemon zest in spiced or dark rum 30 minutes.
Beat butter and next 4 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer 2 to 3 minutes or until creamy.
Add flour; beat until blended. Stir in fruit mixture. Divide dough into 4 portions, and shape each portion into an 8- x 2-inch log. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill 1 hour.
Whisk together egg and 1 Tbsp. water. Unwrap logs, and brush with beaten egg.
Sprinkle chopped walnuts over logs, pressing to adhere, and rewrap. Chill 30 minutes.
Cut logs into 1/4-inch-thick slices; place 1 inch apart on 2 parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
Bake 10 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned, switching pans halfway through. Cool on baking sheets 5 minutes.
Transfer to wire racks, and cool.
*Sorghum or honey may be substituted.