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candied fruit



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There’s the Ukrainian poppy seed cake makivnyk, the Middle Eastern hot chocolate sahlep, the Spanish nougat turrón and the Chinese candied fruit tanghulu, among others.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

Keep a sleeve of tasty shortbread or candied fruit as a treat for you or any company who might stop by.

From Salon • Sep. 25, 2022

Many of the traditional holiday foods symbolize good fortune, and prosperity, too, like the candied fruit whose vibrant hues bring the promise of an exciting new year.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 25, 2022

Raisins, candied fruit, citrus zest, nuts, chocolate or other flavorings are folded in last.

From Washington Post • Nov. 28, 2021

It took us two days: chopping candied fruit, mixing the cake by hand, and lining cake tins with cut-up brown paper bags.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce