Irish Raisin Cake Recipe

Name: Irish Raisin Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups raisins (or a mix of raisins, currants or sultanas); 2 cups sugar; 2 cups water; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 tablespoons hot water; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon clove (ground); 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 egg, beaten (see NOTE)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups raisins (or a mix of raisins, currants or sultanas)
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
3 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 tablespoons hot water
3 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove (ground)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 egg, beaten (see NOTE)

1
Combine the raisins, sugar and 2 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and boil for 10 minutes.
2
Add the butter and stir until it melts.
3
Remove from the heat and let cool.
4
Dissolve the baking soda in 2 tablespoons of hot water in a small bowl. Add to the raisin mixture.
5
Sift the flour, salt, cinnamon and cloves into a large bowl.
6
Add the beaten egg, if using (see NOTE).
7
Add the raisin mixture and vanilla and stir to mix well.
8
Pour into 1 large or 2 small well-greased loaf pans.
9
Bake at 350 degrees F for 60 to 75 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10
Remove to a wire rack to cool.
11
Remove cake(s) from loaf pan after 5 minutes to cool completely.

896

kcal

Calories

Fat

182

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: 1 1/2 cups raisins (or a mix of raisins, currants or sultanas), 2 cups sugar, 2 cups water, 3 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Irish Raisin 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.

Irish Raisin Cake

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