No Bake Fruit Cake

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No Bake Fruit Cake

Fruitcake is a traditional holiday treat, although it can be cumbersome and time-consuming to prepare. And then all you hear are jokes about fruitcake. Try this No-Bake Fruitcake it’s easy to prepare and your guests won’t even be tempted to tease!

Ingredients:

4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 1/2 cups raisins
1 cup nuts
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1/4 cup candied orange peel
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon brandy
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients. Put into buttered pan and press down. Chill for several hours. Yields up to 12 servings.

Variations:
Frosted Wreath: Press mixture in waxed-paper lined 5-cup ring mold. Chill and drizzle with powdered sugar frosting.
Tiny Tims: Press mixture firmly into paper nut cups.
Holly Treats: With wet hands, shape teaspoonfuls of mixture into 3/4-inch balls. Dip in evaporated milk and roll in shredded coconut or finely chopped nuts.
Christmas Gems: With wet hands, shape teaspoonfuls of mixture into date-shaped pieces. Top with walnut halves.