Fruit cupcakes recipe

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups finely chopped mixed candied fruits
• 2/3 cup golden raisins
• 1/4 cup pitted dates, finely chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 shortening or unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 3 eggs
• 1/3 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
• 1 Tablespoon rum
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice