Raisin Tea Cake Recipe

Name: Raisin Tea Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; 1 two-inch cinnamon stick, crushed; 1 teaspoon whole cloves; 1 teaspoon allspice berries; 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 1/4 cups water; 3 cups raisins; 8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold butter, cut into small pieces; 1 cup sugar; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 two-inch cinnamon stick, crushed
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon allspice berries
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 1/4 cups water
3 cups raisins
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold butter, cut into small pieces
1 cup sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten

1
The day before baking, make the mixed spice: In a spice grinder, combine the coriander seeds, cinnamon, cloves, and allspice.
2
Grind until powdery.
3
Pour into an airtight container.
4
Add nutmeg and ginger and mix well.
5
Measure out 1 level tablespoon and store the remainder in a cool place for later use.
6
Combine the mixed spice with the water, raisins, butter, and sugar in a medium saucepan.
7
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
8
Remove from heat and let cool completely.
9
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
10
The next day, let the raisin mixture sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
11
Preheat the oven to 350F.
12
Generously grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
13
Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together into a large bowl.
14
Stir in the raisin mixture and blend well.
15
Stir in the egg.
16
Pour into the prepared pan.
17
Place on the center rack of the oven with a pan of water.
18
Bake until the cake is lightly browned and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 1/4 hours.

821

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, 1 two-inch cinnamon stick, crushed, 1 teaspoon whole cloves, 1 teaspoon allspice berries, and more.

Yes, Raisin Tea 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.

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Raisin Tea Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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