Boiled Raisin Cake

Boiled raisin cake is a traditional American dessert that dates back to the early 19th century. It was popular during times when ingredients like eggs and butter were scarce, as it uses boiled raisins as a substitute for these ingredients.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Boiled Raisin Cake

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Raisins
• 2 cup Water
• 1 cup Butter
• 1.5 cup Sugar
• 1 unit Egg
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring water and raisins to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the liquid.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add egg and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the reserved liquid from the raisins.
5. Stir in the boiled raisins.
6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.