Della Davis' Orange Fruit Cake

Name: Della Davis' Orange Fruit Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 3 1/2 c. plain flour; 1/2 c. buttermilk; 1 Tbsp. orange peel; 1 c. nuts; 2 c. sugar; 4 eggs; 1 tsp. soda; 1/2 c. coconut; 1 pkg. chopped dates

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1589 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Della Davis' Orange Fruit Cake – a delicious recipe with shortening, flour, buttermilk, orange peel, nuts, sugar. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
3 1/2 c. plain flour
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 Tbsp. orange peel
1 c. nuts
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp. soda
1/2 c. coconut
1 pkg. chopped dates

1
Combine sugar and shortening.
2
Beat until well blended.
3
Add eggs, one at a time.
4
Blend well.
5
Add soda to buttermilk and add to mixture, beginning and ending with flour.
6
Add orange peel. Add coconut, nuts and dates.
7
Bake in tube pan that has been well-greased and floured or sprayed with Pam.
8
Bake at 350u00b0 until light brown.

1589

kcal

Calories

Fat

281

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. shortening, 3 1/2 c. plain flour, 1/2 c. buttermilk, 1 Tbsp. orange peel, and more.

Yes, Della Davis' Orange 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1589 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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