Texas Jam Cake Recipe

Name: Texas Jam Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. margarine or butter, softened; 5 eggs; 1 c. Bama strawberry preserves; 1 Tbsp. baking soda; 2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1 c. buttermilk; chopped nuts (optional); 1 c. sugar; 1 (16 oz.) jar Bama red plum jam; 3 c. all-purpose flour; 2 tsp. ground allspice; 1/2 tsp. ground cloves; Maple Frosting

Servings: persons

1 c. margarine or butter, softened
5 eggs
1 c. Bama strawberry preserves
1 Tbsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 c. buttermilk
chopped nuts (optional)
1 c. sugar
1 (16 oz.) jar Bama red plum jam
3 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. ground allspice
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
Maple Frosting

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
In large mixing bowl, beat margarine and sugar until fluffy.
3
Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
4
Stir in jam and preserves.
5
Stir together dry ingredients; add alternately with buttermilk to jam mixture.
6
Turn into 3 well-greased wax paper-lined 9-inch layer cake pans.
7
Bake 40 minutes or until wooden pick inserted near center comes out clean.
8
Cool 5 minutes; remove from pans.
9
Cool completely.
10
Frost with Maple Frosting.
11
Garnish with nuts if desired.

1952

kcal

Calories

112

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. margarine or butter, softened, 5 eggs, 1 c. Bama strawberry preserves, 1 Tbsp. baking soda, and more.

Yes, Texas 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!

Texas Jam Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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