Best 6 Amazing Raisin Cake Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few treats can rival the delectable charm of a raisin cake. With its tender crumb, sweet and juicy raisins, and warm, inviting aroma, this classic dessert has captivated taste buds for generations. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, crafting an amazing raisin cake is an endeavor worth embarking on. In this comprehensive guide, we'll unlock the secrets of creating this timeless delicacy, providing step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and a selection of irresistible recipes that will elevate your baking prowess and leave your loved ones yearning for more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this delightful journey together, transforming ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dessert experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

AMAZIN RAISIN CAKE



Amazin Raisin Cake image

This is a great fall cake because of all the spices. I used to make this everyear for my dads birthday in October. If I'm not mistaken, this is a Hellman's Mayonnaise recipe.

Provided by Lizzybob

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup milk
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon clove
3 cups apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup walnuts
2 cups Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Grease& flour 2 (9") round pans.
  • In a large bowl with mixer at low speed, beat first 10 ingredients for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in apples, raisins& nuts by hand.
  • It will be very stiff.
  • Pour into pans.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.
  • Let cool (if you don't the cool whip will run).
  • Frost with cool whip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5533.5, Fat 173.1, SaturatedFat 53.9, Cholesterol 495.5, Sodium 5598.8, Carbohydrate 959.6, Fiber 30.7, Sugar 577.8, Protein 72.5

EASY RAISIN CAKE



Easy Raisin Cake image

A not too sweet cake packed with raisins. Perfect with coffee or tea and a wonderful departure from the typically sweet holiday goodies.

Provided by Nancy W. Markey

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup raisins
2 cups water
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 10 x 10 inch baking pan.
  • In a large saucepan boil the raising with the water for 10 minutes. Add the butter or margarine and let cool.
  • In the same pan add the flour, soda, salt, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and chopped nuts (optional), mix well and pour batter into a lightly greased 10x10 inch baking pan
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Serves 8 to 12.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 129.1 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

GAIL'S RAISIN CAKE



Gail's Raisin Cake image

This recipe makes a cinnamon-accented raisin cake you'll find to be very moist and super delicious!

Provided by Dianne

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups raisins
4 cups water
1 cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a saucepan, combine raisins and water. Bring to a boil and let boil for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add butter, sugar and brown sugar. Stir to mix and allow to cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, cinnamon and baking soda. Add the raisin mixture and the nuts. Stir together until smooth.
  • Pour batter into a 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 357.4 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

APPLE-RAISIN BUNDT CAKE



Apple-Raisin Bundt Cake image

With the first bite of this moist, old-fashioned dessert, you know you're home for the holidays. It has a pleasant blend of spices and is loaded with nuts and raisins.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
3-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon each ground allspice, cloves and cinnamon
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
1-3/4 cups raisins
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup chopped peeled apple
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in jam. Combine the flour, baking soda and spices; add into creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Stir in the raisins, walnuts and apple. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. , Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

OLD-FASHIONED RAISIN CAKE



Old-Fashioned Raisin Cake image

This is a wonderful cake for the holidays. It fills the house with a heavenly aroma when it's baking.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large navel orange, cut into 8 wedges
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup pecans
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup buttermilk
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the orange, raisins and pecans. Cover and process until mixture is finely chopped; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Stir in orange mixture. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. flouted tube pan. Bake at 325° for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients until smooth; drizzle over warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

AUNT ROSIE'S EGGLESS RAISIN CAKE



Aunt Rosie's Eggless Raisin Cake image

This was a recipe from Hilma Murphy, my best friend's mother. She passed away when I was 12. She always made this cake for us, and after her death, we looked through her recipes and I copied this one down. Easy to make, definitely a comfort cake that is wonderful when still warm!

Provided by Taylor in Belgium

Categories     Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 squares

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup raisins
2 cups water
1/2 cup margarine
1 3/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In large saucepan boil 1 cup raisins with 2 cups water for 10 minutes.
  • Take from fire, add 1 stick margarine and let cool to room temperature.
  • In same saucepan with liquid, raisins and butter, stir in remaining ingredients until smooth.
  • Bake in 10x7 pan at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes, or until center tests done.

Tips:

  • Use fresh raisins: Fresh raisins are plump and juicy, and they'll give your cake a better flavor and texture than dried raisins.
  • Soak the raisins in hot water: Soaking the raisins in hot water for 15 minutes before adding them to the cake batter will help to plump them up and make them even more flavorful.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to tell if the cake is done baking.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Raisin cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist crumb, sweet flavor, and chewy raisins, raisin cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying dessert, give raisin cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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