Rich, decadent desserts are an essential part of the joyous season, and fruit cake has its own special meaning for Christmas ...

In a bowl, combine the mixed dried fruits, candied ginger (if using), and chopped nuts. Pour orange juice over the mixture ...

Mixing boxed angel food cake with pie filling or canned fruit makes for easy dessert recipes the whole family is sure to love ...

This rich fruit cake uses a very easy all-in-one method, with very little prep. Adding cocoa for richness works well with stout. Don't hold back on the glacé cherries as the sweetness of them ...

Easy ices A few creative flourishes will make your cake look fabulous ... warmed apricot jam instead), but the natural lumpiness of fruit cakes means your finish won’t be as smooth, and dark ...