WHITE CHRISTMAS CAKE


ingredients

3 c. chopped mixed candied fruits
2 2/3 c. flaked coconut
1 1/2 c. coarsely chopped almonds
1 1/2 tsp. grated orange rind
1 1/2 c. golden raisins
1/3 c. orange juice
1/2 c. apple juice
3/4 c. margarine
3 3/4 c. cake flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. sugar
6 eggs
1/2 c. apple juice

preparation

Combine candied fruits, coconut, raisins, almonds and orange rind in a large bowl. Sift flour, baking powder and salt over fruit. Mix well. Cream margarine with sugar in medium bowl. Beat in eggs; stir in apple and orange juice. Pour over fruit mixture; fold and mix thoroughly. Spoon batter into a greased and floured 8-inch pan. Bake at 375° for 3 hours. Cool completely in pan. On serving day, put on an Orange Glaze. Makes an 8-inch round cake.

Orange Glaze:

ingredients

1 Tbsp. melted margarine
1 Tbsp. orange juice
2 1/2 c. powdered sugar

preparation

Beat all until smooth and creamy. Makes about 3/4 cup.