Created by Fizzybrat on May 21, 2019
Step 1: Butter a 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan.
Step 2: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 3: In a large saucepan, over medium heat, bring to a boil the sugar, water, butter, spices, raisins, cranberries, and cherries.
Step 4: Boil for five minutes, remove from heat, and let cool till lukewarm.
Step 5: Stir spice mixture the flour, baking soda, vanilla extract and candied fruit.
Step 6: Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 45-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 7: Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Step 8: Cover and store, if possible, for a few days before serving.