Sissy's Mother's Jam Cake - Jam Cake Recipe

Name: Sissy's Mother's Jam Cake - Jam Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-3/4 cups (425 ml) all purpose flour; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar; 1 cup (225 ml) vegetable oil; 1 cup (225 ml) buttermilk; 1/2 cup (125 ml) blackberry jam (with seeds); 1/2 cup (125 ml) strawberry jam (with seeds); 1 tsp (5 ml). baking soda; 1 tsp (5 ml). baking powder; 1 tsp (5 ml). ground cinnamon; 1 tsp (5 ml). ground nutmeg; 1 tsp (5 ml). ground allspice; 1/2 tsp (2 ml). ground cloves; 1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt; 3 eggs; 1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla flavoring; 1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped pecans; 3 cups (700 ml) sugar; 1 cup (225 ml) butter; 1 cup (225 ml) buttermilk; 2 tbsp (30 ml) light (white) corn syrup; 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda; pecans, for garnish

Servings: persons

1-3/4 cups (425 ml) all purpose flour
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar
1 cup (225 ml) vegetable oil
1 cup (225 ml) buttermilk
1/2 cup (125 ml) blackberry jam (with seeds)
1/2 cup (125 ml) strawberry jam (with seeds)
1 tsp (5 ml). baking soda
1 tsp (5 ml). baking powder
1 tsp (5 ml). ground cinnamon
1 tsp (5 ml). ground nutmeg
1 tsp (5 ml). ground allspice
1/2 tsp (2 ml). ground cloves
1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt
3 eggs
1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla flavoring
1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped pecans
3 cups (700 ml) sugar
1 cup (225 ml) butter
1 cup (225 ml) buttermilk
2 tbsp (30 ml) light (white) corn syrup
1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda
pecans, for garnish

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.).", "Grease and flour 3 9"" cake pans.", "In a large mixing bowl mix all ingredients, except nuts.", "Mix them on low until blended, then beat on high speed for 8 minuets.", "Scrape bowl down and fold in the nuts.", "Pour into the cake pans, and bake for about 40 minutes.", "If you use 8"" pans you can make 4 layers, but don't cook as long.", "Cool on cooling rack for at least 10 minutes before turning out.", "In a 4 qt.", "heavy sauce pan, over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, buttermilk, corn syrup and baking soda.", "Heat to boiling, over medium heat contantly stirring until it comes to a boil, then stop stirring and continue cooking until candy thermometer reads 238 degrees (125 C.).", "Remove from heat and pour into a mixing bowl and beat until it becomes the right consistency to spread on the cake.", "If it gets too thick add buttermilk, a drop at a time.", "Put between layers and on top and sides of cake.", "Garnish the top with chopped pecans, or put pecans halves on top.", "Store in a cool place."]

2839

kcal

Calories

225

Fat

206

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.
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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-3/4 cups (425 ml) all purpose flour, 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar, 1 cup (225 ml) vegetable oil, 1 cup (225 ml) buttermilk, and more.

Yes, Sissy's Mother's Jam Cake - Jam 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sissy's Mother's Jam Cake - Jam Cake

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