Williamsburg Pork Cake Recipe

Name: Williamsburg Pork Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups raisins; 1 1/2 cups currants; 1/2 pound finely ground salt pork fat; 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup molasses; 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon ground allspice; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups raisins
1 1/2 cups currants
1/2 pound finely ground salt pork fat
1 cup boiling water
1 cup molasses
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1
Combine brandy, raisins, and currants in a medium saucepan, stirring well; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, stirring frequently, until all of the liquid is absorbed. Set aside.
2
Combine pork, boiling water, molasses, and sugar, beating well. Combine flour, soda, and spices; gradually add to pork mixture, stirring well. Fold in brandy-fruit mixture.
3
Spoon batter into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 275u00b0 for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool in pan 10 to 15 minutes; remove cake from pan, and let cool completely.
4
Note: The salt pork may be soaked in water overnight and dried thoroughly before grinding. For easier grinding, meat may be cubed, partially frozen, and ground with metal blade in food processor.

1026

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 1/2 cups raisins, 1 1/2 cups currants, 1/2 pound finely ground salt pork fat, 1 cup boiling water, and more.

Yes, Williamsburg Pork 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.

Williamsburg Pork Cake

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