What is National Fruitcake Day?
On December 27th, fruitcake enthusiasts young and old, throughout the United States, celebrate National Fruitcake Day each year.
Fruitcake has long been a holiday gift-giving tradition, made with chopped candied or dried fruit, nuts, and spices, and occasionally soaked in spirits.
pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, and raisins are mixed into barley mash, dating back to ancient Rome. According to documents, makers added honey, spices, and preserved fruit in the Middle Ages. Fruitcake recipes vary from country to country, depending on available ingredients and culture.
Two innovations in the 16th century helped fruitcakes become more affordable and available in the 16th century. First, sugar from the American Colonies became abundant. It was discovered in second that high sugar levels could preserve fruit. These two activities resulted in a surplus candied fruit. Fruitcake making soared as a result.
