Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup (softened) Butter
• 3/4 cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1/2 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Mixed dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, etc.)
• 1/4 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
• As needed Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or a round cake tin.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

3. 3

   In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.

5. 5

   Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.

7. 7

   Fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts (if using). Make sure the fruits are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. 10

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. 11

    Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a festive touch before serving.