Heavenly Moist Fruitcake

Heavenly Moist Fruitcake 
This Heavenly Moist Fruitcake is a delightful blend of dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices, all soaked in rich flavors. Perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion, this fruitcake is sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients:
For the Fruit Mixture:
2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, dried cherries, apricots, etc.)
1 cup nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds), chopped
1 cup orange juice (or rum for soaking)
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cake Batter:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
4 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish (optional):
Maraschino cherries
Whole nuts
Candied fruits
Instructions:

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