Big Raisin Cake(Frugal Fruit Cake) Recipe

Name: Big Raisin Cake(Frugal Fruit Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. raisins; 2 c. water; 2 c. sugar; 1/2 c. shortening; 1 c. cold water or coffee; 4 1/2 to 5 c. sifted flour; 1 level Tbsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. cloves; 1 c. chopped walnuts or pecans

Servings: persons

2 c. raisins
2 c. water
2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. cold water or coffee
4 1/2 to 5 c. sifted flour
1 level Tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cloves
1 c. chopped walnuts or pecans

1
Boil raisins in 2 c. water for 15 minutes.
2
Remove from stove.
3
Add next 3 ingredients to cooled raisins.
4
Add sifted dry ingredients and nuts.
5
Mix together well.
6
Grease 3 loaf pans, then dust with flour.
7
Bake slowly at 325 degrees for about 50 to 60 minutes.
8
Remove cakes from pan and cool right side up on rack. This cake will keep for several weeks and does not crumble when shipped.

1269

kcal

Calories

Fat

215

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. raisins, 2 c. water, 2 c. sugar, 1/2 c. shortening, and more.

Yes, Big Raisin Cake(Frugal Fruit Cake) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Big Raisin Cake(Frugal Fruit Cake)

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