Dads Favorite: Hobo Cake Recipe

Name: Dads Favorite: Hobo Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 1 cup granulated sugar; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 cup canola oil; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 cup buttermilk

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup buttermilk

1
Prepare a medium heat fire (a 4-second fire) in a wood-fired oven or cooker, or prepare a campfire with a grate for cooking over indirect heat.
2
Grease a cast-iron skillet with the butter, then dust with flour.
3
Combine the flour, sugars, nutmeg, salt, and oil in a bowl.
4
Stir to blend.
5
Transfer 1/2 cup of this mixture to a small bowl and stir in the cinnamon and walnuts.
6
Set aside to use for the topping.
7
Add the baking soda and baking powder to the remaining flour mixture, then add the egg and buttermilk.
8
Stir to blend.
9
Pour into the prepared pan and sprinkle with the topping.
10
Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick or knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

1592

kcal

Calories

107

Fat

153

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting, 1 cup granulated sugar, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Dads Favorite: Hobo 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.

Dads Favorite: Hobo Cake

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