Doesn't happen. The bad rep is a shame, because making fruitcake is wildly expensive. Years ago, my friend Maggie blew 80 bucks trying to bake mini fruitcakes for Christmas.

Note: If you use 1/2 cup candied fruit, 1/2 cup flaked coconut and 1 cup candied pineapple instead of 2 cups candied fruit, the cake has a tropical taste. If mixture seems too dry, add a little ...