Lap Cakes Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Lap Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 oz. candied cherries, chopped; 16 oz. candied pineapple, chopped; 1 box raisins or chopped dates; 2 qt. chopped pecans; 1 c. flour; 1/2 lb. unsweetened chocolate, melted; 2 c. dark syrup; 2 c. sugar; 8 eggs, beaten; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. allspice; 1/2 tsp. ground cloves; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1/4 tsp. salt; additional flour

Servings: persons

16 oz. candied cherries, chopped
16 oz. candied pineapple, chopped
1 box raisins or chopped dates
2 qt. chopped pecans
1 c. flour
1/2 lb. unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 c. dark syrup
2 c. sugar
8 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
additional flour

1
Mix candied fruits, raisins or dates and pecans with 1 cup flour; set aside.
2
Mix melted chocolate, syrup and sugar.
3
Add beaten eggs.
4
Add cinnamon, allspice, ground cloves, nutmeg, baking soda and salt.
5
Add enough flour so mixture will not run. Now, add fruits and nuts.
6
Dough will now be thick.
7
Spread dough to 1/2-inch thickness in greased and floured pans; pat down with hand dipped in water.
8
Bake at 350u00b0 for 25 minutes.
9
Remove from pans; serve while still hot.
10
Edges will be hard, but will soften when stored tightly covered.

1684

kcal

Calories

Fat

224

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 oz. candied cherries, chopped, 16 oz. candied pineapple, chopped, 1 box raisins or chopped dates, 2 qt. chopped pecans, and more.

Yes, Lap Cakes 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lap Cakes

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Variations & substitutions

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