Best 5 Old Fashioned Cajun Cake Recipes

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When it comes to classic Southern comfort food, one dish that stands out is the delectable old fashioned Cajun cake. This traditional cake has been a staple in Cajun cuisine for generations, offering a unique blend of flavors and textures that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Originating in the heart of Louisiana, this sweet treat is characterized by its layers of tender cake, creamy filling, and a golden brown crust. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect old fashioned Cajun cake, complete with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to recreate this iconic Southern delight.

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CAJUN CAKE



Cajun Cake image

This cake was born on the bayou. It has a caramel-pecan sauce that soaks into the cake.

Provided by Kitty

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
¾ cup white sugar
¾ cup evaporated milk
½ cup margarine
1 cup chopped pecans
1 ½ cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, 1 1/2 cup sugar, salt and baking soda. Add eggs, pineapple, and juice. Mix at low speed until well blended.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven until a tester comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Have the topping ready when the cake comes out of the oven.
  • To Make Topping: In a saucepan, combine milk, 3/4 cup sugar, and margarine. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add pecans and coconut and combine. Remove from heat.
  • When cake comes out of the oven, pour on the topping and carefully spread on while cake is still hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.6 calories, Carbohydrate 76.5 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 401.6 mg, Sugar 49.8 g

CAJUN SWEET DOUGH



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Down in Louisiana this dough is used to make what we call Cajun Sweet Dough. The traditional filling is fig and it is made into turnovers, but it can also be used as pie crust, although it is not as flaky. It is supreme as turnover dough, for ANY kind of filling.

Provided by Julie P.

Time 15m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup milk
1 (12.5 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 egg white (for egg wash)

Steps:

  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the butter, then add the sugar a little at a time. Add the vanilla. Beat the mixture until it is nice and fluffy. Beat in the egg. Stir in the flour mixture alternately with the milk.
  • Before you use this dough, be sure you chill it well at least 2 hours or even overnight.
  • To make turnovers: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Roll dough out to 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 3 inch squares. Spoon about 2 teaspoons of the pie filling into the center of each square and fold over to form a triangle. Pinch the seams to seal or press with the tines of a fork. Place at least 2 inches apart on a greased baking sheet. Brush with egg white.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown on the tops and bottom.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 119 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

CAJUN CAKE



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I have no idea why this is called a Cajun cake, but I do know that my family has been making it for years and you just about have to knock someone away from the pan to get a bite before it is all gone.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
3/4 cup sugar
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/2 cup butter
1 cup coconut
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • Cake:.
  • Beat eggs and sugar.
  • Sift dry ingredients and add to egg mixture, mixing well.
  • Mix in pineapple.
  • Bake in a 13x9 greased pan at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
  • Icing:.
  • Mix sugar, milk and butter over medium heat until mixture thickens well. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.
  • Pour over cake as soon as you take cake from oven.
  • Allow cake to cool before serving.
  • Refrigerate leftovers (like you'll have any!).

ENOLA PRUDHOMME'S CAJUN FIG CAKE



Enola Prudhomme's Cajun Fig Cake image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil or 1 cup butter
1 teaspoon baking sod
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 cups flour
2 eggs
Dash salt
1 pint fig preserves, mashed
1 cup boiling water
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well if using oil. If using butter, cream with sugar before adding remaining ingredients; beat well.
  • Pour into well greased and floured 12-inch tube pan; bake at 325 degrees for 1 1/2 hours or until cake tester inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan; run knife around sides and turn out.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 598, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 87 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 72 milligrams, Sugar 51 grams, TransFat 0 grams

KING CAKE OLD FASHIONED



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Abigail Gullo, the head bar chef at [SoBou](http://www.sobounola.com/) in New Orleans, shared this recipe exclusively with Epicurious. In keeping with Mardi Gras tradition, Gullo occasionally sneaks a plastic baby (like those found in actual King Cakes) into the glass when she makes this drink at Sobou. "I tell people if you get the baby, you have to buy the next round." At home, another option is to freeze the baby into the large ice cube that chills the cocktail. For more on Gullo and her King Cake Old Fashioned, see [A Cake Cocktail That's King.](/articlesguides/drinking/cocktails/take-your-bartender-home-abigail-gullo-sobou-new-orleans)

Provided by Abigail Gullo

Yield Makes 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup water
6 to 8 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
1 (2 1/2-inch) ice cube or ice ball
2 ounces Rougaroux 13 Pennies Praline Rum*
2 dashes of El Guapo Chicory-Pecan Bitters**
1 (1/2- by 3-inch) piece orange peel and 2 to 3 golden raisins for garnish
*Rougaroux 13 Pennies Praline Rum is available throughout Louisiana, and has limited availability in Kentucky and Montana. It can be ordered and shipped to most states by calling or emailing Donner-Peltier Distillers (985-446-0002; [email protected]). To make your own praline-infused rum, see the Cook's Notes below.
**El Guapo Chicory-Pecan bitters can be ordered from Amazon.com. Alternatively, Dale Degroff's Pimento Aromatic Bitters make a good substitute.
1 (2 1/2-inch) ice cube mold; 1 cocktail pick

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, water, and cinnamon sticks to a boil, stirring occasionally, and continue boiling until the sugar is completely dissolved, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool the syrup then remove and discard the cinnamon sticks. DO AHEAD: Cinnamon syrup can be made ahead and refrigerated, in an airtight container, for up to 1 week.
  • Place 1 (2 1/2-inch) ice cube in a rocks glass. Add the rum, the bitters, and 1/2 teaspoon (1/4 ounce) cinnamon syrup, and stir until well chilled. Squeeze the orange peel over the drink, making sure the oils fall into the glass, then thread the peel, along with the raisins, onto a cocktail pick. Place the pick in the drink and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh ingredients will give your Cajun cake the best flavor possible.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Over-baked cake will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Serve the cake at room temperature. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the cake to reach its full potential.

Conclusion:

Cajun cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its unique flavor and texture, Cajun cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give Cajun cake a try.

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