DEPRESSION CAKE I
This was my mother's, it has sugar, but no eggs, no butter and no milk. It's from the Depression-era.
Provided by Lynn-Pgh
Categories Desserts Cakes Spice Cake Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan combine the shortening, water, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove form heat and let stand until cool.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Stir the flour and baking soda into the cooled raisin mixture and mix until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 54.9 mg, Sugar 23.9 g
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James Lucas
[email protected]This cake is a delicious and affordable way to enjoy a sweet treat.
Onika Kayo
[email protected]I've been making this Depression cake for years and it's always a favorite. It's a classic recipe that never goes out of style.
Aser Basma
[email protected]This Depression cake is a great way to save money on dessert. It's inexpensive to make and just as delicious as any store-bought cake.
Richelle Grijalva
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Lee Stephens
[email protected]This is a great recipe to make with kids. It's simple enough for them to help out, and they'll love eating the finished product.
Mr Darshan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of raisins, but I actually really enjoyed this cake. The apples and cinnamon helped to balance out the sweetness of the raisins.
Florence Tyani
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I had some old apples and raisins that I needed to use up, and this recipe was perfect.
Md Jubayer Hossain Tamim
[email protected]I was surprised at how moist and flavorful this cake was. I've never had a Depression cake before, but I'll definitely be making it again.
Keyara Doyle
[email protected]This Depression cake is a great example of how food can bring people together. I made it with my family and we had a wonderful time reminiscing about old times.
Billy Morrill
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a reminder that you don't need fancy ingredients to make something delicious.
Ch Irshad
[email protected]5 stars! This Depression cake is not only delicious but also has a significant historical and cultural context. A great way to teach kids about the Great Depression and the challenges people faced.
Syed Afaq Raza Naqvi
[email protected]This Depression cake turned out moist, fluffy, and flavorful despite its humble ingredients. A real testament to the resilience and creativity of people during difficult times.