Updated Election Cake Recipe

Name: Updated Election Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf frozen white bread dough, thawed; 1/4 cup butter, room temperature; 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed; 1 egg, beaten; 1 tsp. grated lemon peel; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1/4 tsp. powdered cloves; 1/4 tsp. mace; 1/4 tsp. nutmeg; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 cup raisins; 1/4 cup bourbon

Servings: persons

1 loaf frozen white bread dough, thawed
1/4 cup butter, room temperature
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp. grated lemon peel
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. powdered cloves
1/4 tsp. mace
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup raisins
1/4 cup bourbon

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Butter a loaf pan.
3
On a floured surface, roll out bread dough to a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick.
4
Combine butter and brown sugar in a mixer bowl.
5
Beat until creamy.
6
Add egg and continue beating to blend.
7
With mixer on low, add all the remaining ingredients and mix just until well combined.
8
Spread filling over bread dough.
9
Roll dough tightly and place in prepared pan.
10
Tuck the ends under so filling does not seep out.
11
Bake 45 minutes or until top is golden.
12
Cool in pan on a wire rack 15 minutes.
13
Remove from pan to finish cooling.

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* 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.

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 loaf frozen white bread dough, thawed, 1/4 cup butter, room temperature, 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Updated Election 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!

Updated Election Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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