OLD DOMINION NUT CAKE

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An old fashioned Southern Style nut cake. Like fruit cake, this will last several weeks covered in aluminum foil. It has lots of nuts. It is a nut lovers dream.

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h20m

Yield 1 large bundt pan, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb flour (4 cups)
1 lb sugar (2 cups)
3/4 lb butter
1/2 cup molasses
1 teaspoon baking soda, dissolved in
1 cup Bourbon (don't use scotch) or 1 cup rye whiskey (don't use scotch)
2 lbs shelled pecans (8 cups) or 2 lbs walnuts (8 cups)
2 boxes seeded raisins (muscat) (optional)
6 eggs
1 teaspoon ground cloves
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275°F.
  • Coat raisins and nuts with flour and set aside.
  • Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs one at a time.
  • Add molasses and spices, then add floured nuts and raisins.
  • (Note: if not using raisins you may wish to add extra nuts) Last add whiskey and soda mixture.
  • Bake in large bundt pan lined with waxed paper for 3 to 3 ½ hours over a pan of water set on the oven floor.
  • Keeps for weeks wrapped in aluminum foil.
  • For a Christmas cake that will last even longer wrap cake in cheesecloth dampened with Bourbon and then in foil and store in a cool place. Check Cheese cloth at least once a week and dampen again as needed.

Theophilus Caesar
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I wouldn't make this cake again.


Emiliya Hargate
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This cake is a lot of work to make. It's not worth the effort.


MR Shadat
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I had a hard time finding all of the ingredients for this recipe.


Muiya Khadka
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My cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked. I think I overcooked it a bit.


Tanjil Ahmed
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the recipe.


Iiii Hhhh
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I'm not a fan of frosting, so I left it off of my cake. It was still delicious.


Engela Kelly
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe it's gluten-free.


Raj Poudyal
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I'm allergic to nuts, but I was still able to enjoy this cake. I just omitted the nuts from the recipe.


ROXY PM
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I love the nutty flavor of this cake. It's the perfect dessert for a fall day.


Ho Op
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


Gale Lawrence
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. Even I could make a delicious nut cake.


Ravi Ravi
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


70cc alterations
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This cake is so easy to make. I had it in the oven in less than 30 minutes.


Zoe Lowe
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cake turned out perfectly. It was a hit with my family and friends.


Cyndi Baity
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I'm not a big fan of nuts, but this cake was delicious. The nuts gave it a great crunch and flavor.


Lala shami Lala shami
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This is the best nut cake I've ever had!


Shapla Miss
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I just made this cake and it turned out amazing! The texture was moist and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe.