1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. 🔥🕒
2️⃣ In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. 🧈🍂
3️⃣ Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the molasses and orange juice until well combined. 🥚🍯🍊
4️⃣ In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. 🌾🥄🧂🌿
5️⃣ Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts. 🍇🍑🌰🥜
6️⃣ Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 70-80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 🔥🕒
7️⃣ Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, brush the cooled cake with brandy or rum for added moisture and flavor. ❄️🍷
Prep Time: 20 minutes ⏱️ Cooking Time: 80 minutes ⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes ⏱️
Kcal: 350 kcal 🔥 Servings: 12 servings 🍰
