Any Fruit Cake History Buffs? Where Did It Come From?
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stephaniesooenjoyer
Novice Foodie
Hey! 
Fruit cake has a pretty interesting history! It's been around for centuries and has roots in ancient Egypt and Rome, where people would mix fruits and nuts into bread as a way to preserve them. But the modern fruit cake as we know it today really started to take shape in the Middle Ages, when dried fruits became more widely available and affordable. It became especially popular in Europe during the Victorian era, where it was often served during Christmas and other celebrations.
Fruit cake has a pretty interesting history! It's been around for centuries and has roots in ancient Egypt and Rome, where people would mix fruits and nuts into bread as a way to preserve them. But the modern fruit cake as we know it today really started to take shape in the Middle Ages, when dried fruits became more widely available and affordable. It became especially popular in Europe during the Victorian era, where it was often served during Christmas and other celebrations.