QUICK MIX FRUIT CAKE

4 cups mixed dried fruit
1/2 cup red glacé cherries, quartered
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups apple juice
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
1/4 cup canola oil
1/3 cup skim milk
2 tablespoons brandy
2 1/4 cups wholemeal self-raising flour
1 teaspoon mixed spice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon brandy, extra

Line base and sides of deep 19cm-square or 22cm-round cake pan with two thicknesses of brown paper and one layer of baking paper, bringing paper 5cm above edge of pan. Combine fruit, cherries, sugar and juice in bowl; cover, stand overnight.