Irish Fruit Cake

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. Sift together flour, salt and baking powder.

3. Cream together butter and sugar; this may take 5–10 minutes.

4. Beat in eggs individually, incorporating each fully before adding the next.

5. Fold in fruits then the dry mixture.

6. Transfer batter to a greased and parchment-lined 8-inch cake pan.

7. Bake on the center rack for 75–90 minutes. Check for doneness after 60 minutes.

8. Let cake cool to room temperature in pan.

9. Remove to a wire tray, cover with towel, and allow to sit until completely cool.