WEBMETHOD. Place the raisins, sultanas, currants, almonds, dates, brandy, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla in a bowl, mix well, cover and soak for 6–8 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 150ºC (300ºF). Place butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer and beat for 8–10 minutes or until light and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and ...