Fruitcakes have been a significant part of celebrations, especially during Christmas! This festive dessert, which has been a longstanding tradition since Roman times, is recognized for being a symbol of abundance and prosperity.
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Additionally, this dense and modern cake is also known for its longevity. Preserved for weeks, months, or even years, these delicious pastries are soaked in liquor and topped with fruits and nuts that will slowly find their way to your heart.
Here are ten fruitcake recommendations that will satisfy your sweet tooth during the holidays:
Casa San Luis
Specializing in fruitcakes, it is no secret that Casa San Luis will be on the list! Among their classics is their year-old fruitcake, which is made from the same family recipe since 1967. Using premium ingredients, this holiday treat showcases mastery, finesse, and love for baking all at the same time.
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Aged for 12 months, this rich and flavorful delight is something you would want for yourself even after the holiday festivities.
Casa San Luis is located in Makati City.
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Ju.D’s Fruitcakes
Founded in 1975, Ju.D’s Fruitcakes is a family-run, home-based bakery renowned for its expertise in baking fruitcakes, cookies, and other confectioneries. Their best seller, a classic fruitcake, delivers in taste, quality, and consistency.
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Find these delectable delights at 50 Greenmeadows Avenue, Murphy, Quezon City.
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Bizu Patisserie & Bistro
Are you counting down the days before Christmas? Bizu Patisserie & Bistro’s rum-soaked moist butter fruitcake is ideal for gift-giving, sharing with family and loved ones, and indulging by yourself.
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They have locations at Greenhills Promenade, Alabang Town Center, Robinsons Magnolia, MiraNila, Mitsukoshi Mall, and Rockwell South At Carmelray.
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Mary Grace
This well-loved café is not only known for its rich and creamy hot chocolate, moist cheese rolls, and sweet and savory Filipino comfort food, but it also takes pride in its fruitcake.
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Known as a Mary Grace original since 1993, this baked dessert seamlessly incorporates the flavors of brandy, fruits, and nuts all together! Indeed, one slice is never enough.
Mary Grace has branches nationwide.
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The French Baker
Widely regarded as one of the most well-known bakeries that provide an authentic French dining experience, The French Baker brings the festivities to your table with their handcrafted fruitcake! Packed with delicious nuts and fruits, this holiday special will definitely take you on a trip down memory lane with every bite.
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The French Baker has stores in Quezon City, Makati City, Parañaque, Pasig City, Rizal, Cavite, Laguna, and Baguio City.
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Leonisa’s Kitchen.
Enjoy the Christmas spirit with Leonisa’s Kitchen’s beloved fruitcake. Their version, which is studded with a variety of fruits and nuts and soaked in rum and brandy, is a flavorful experience you’d keep coming back for.
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Message them on Facebook for orders.
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Heavenly Desserts by Chef Jeng
Experience heaven on Earth with Heavenly Desserts by Chef Jeng’s fruitcake! This moist loaf of bread with an assortment of nuts and dried fruits will add a touch of magic and spice to the holidays!
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Here are their locations: Marikina City, Las Piñas City, Quezon City, Makati City, 9th Ave. Global Center, Ayala Malls The 30th, SM Shell Residences, SM Center Muntinlupa, and Lucky Chinatown Mall.
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Sugarhouse
A Christmas tradition wouldn’t be complete without Sugarhouse’s classic, traditional fruitcake. Generously soaked in rum, this rich and flavorful dessert is packed with an abundance of fruits and nuts.
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This scrumptious offering embodies the spirit of the holidays by bringing a depth of flavor you simply can’t miss.
Find Sugarhouse at Santolan Town Plaza and Rockwell.
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JiPan Café and Bakery
Since its opening in 1992, this artisanal Japanese bakery has offered a variety of delicious and freshly baked pastries and comfort food. One of their well-loved offerings is their best-selling Christmas fruitcake! Cured in rum syrup, this classic holiday treat is made even sweeter with candied fruits, pecans, and walnuts.
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JiPan has branches in Glorietta, Estancia, and 220 Pilar Street, Mandaluyong City.
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The Vegetarian Kitchen
Finally! For those who are keeping their health in check or those who want to eat sweets without feeling too guilty, worry no more with The Vegetarian Kitchen’s seasonal vegan creations and yummy comfort food.
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Known for selling Metro Manila’s first-ever vegan fruitcake, they serve eggless and dairy-free modern cakes that are not only filled with fruits and nuts but also flavorful and moist!
These guilt-free fruitcakes are found at 62B Mother Ignacia Ave., Brgy. Paligsahan, Quezon City.
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