Poor Man'S Cake

Name: Poor Man'S Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. raisins; water or black coffee; 1 1/2 c. sugar; 1/2 c. shortening; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. cloves; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1 Tbsp. soda; 4 c. flour

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1226 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Poor Man'S Cake – a delicious recipe with raisins, water, sugar, shortening, salt, cinnamon. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 1/2 c. raisins
water or black coffee
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 Tbsp. soda
4 c. flour

1
Boil 1 pound raisins slowly in water or coffee.
2
Allow to cool.
3
Add sugar and shortening.
4
Sift together salt, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, soda and flour.
5
Add to raisin mixture.
6
Can add your choice of nuts also.
7
Bake on large cookie sheet at 350u00b0 for about 1/2 hour to 45 minutes.
8
Great with Cool Whip topping.

1226

kcal

Calories

Fat

274

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 1/2 c. raisins, water or black coffee, 1 1/2 c. sugar, 1/2 c. shortening, and more.

Yes, Poor Man'S 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
1226 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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