The Original Kentucky Whiskey Cake Recipe

Name: The Original Kentucky Whiskey Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. candied cherries; 1/2 lb. golden raisins; 1 pt. bourbon; 1 1/2 c. butter, softened; 2 c. sugar; 1 c. brown sugar; 6 egg yolks, beaten; 5 c. all-purpose flour; 1 lb. chopped pecans; 2 tsp. baking powder; 6 egg whites, stiffly beaten; 2 Tbsp. ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 lb. candied cherries
1/2 lb. golden raisins
1 pt. bourbon
1 1/2 c. butter, softened
2 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar
6 egg yolks, beaten
5 c. all-purpose flour
1 lb. chopped pecans
2 tsp. baking powder
6 egg whites, stiffly beaten
2 Tbsp. ground nutmeg

1
Soak cherries and raisins in bourbon overnight.
2
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
3
Add egg yolks; beat well.
4
Stir in soaked fruit and bourbon.
5
Combine 1/2 cup flour with pecans.
6
Add remaining flour, nutmeg and baking powder; mix well.
7
Fold in egg whites, then floured pecans.
8
Pour batter into a greased 10-inch tube pan lined with greased brown paper.
9
Bake at 250u00b0 to 275u00b0 for 3 to 4 hours.
10
Store in tightly covered container.

3645

kcal

Calories

188

Fat

428

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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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. candied cherries, 1/2 lb. golden raisins, 1 pt. bourbon, 1 1/2 c. butter, softened, and more.

Yes, The Original Kentucky Whiskey 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.

The Original Kentucky Whiskey Cake

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