OLD HERMIT CAKE

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This recipe is over 100 years old and it tastes like hermit cookies. Use only butter in this recipe.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups butter, softened
3 cups packed brown sugar
6 eggs
1 lemon, juiced
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
3 cups dates, pitted and chopped
3 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Cream butter and sugar together well. Beat in eggs one at a time. Mix in lemon juice and vanilla. Add remaining ingredients. Stir well.
  • Turn into greased and floured 10 inch angel food tube pan. Bake in oven for about 2 1/2 to 3 hours until an inserted wooden pick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 848 calories, Carbohydrate 105.8 g, Cholesterol 149.4 mg, Fat 45.3 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 413.1 mg, Sugar 66.8 g

Adeniyi Taofeek
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This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Hailey Jordan
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I had some leftover applesauce and nuts, and this cake was the perfect way to use them up.


Cathy Scott
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This cake is the perfect way to use up leftover fruit. I used apples and raisins, and it turned out great!


Hesbon Mwangi
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making this cake again and again.


Sk SaMiR Rj
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This cake is so delicious, I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!


D Legend
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I love that this cake is not too sweet. It's the perfect dessert to enjoy after a big meal.


Aleksandër Musaj
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This cake is a real crowd-pleaser. I've made it for several parties and it's always a hit.


Haris Nauman
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I've never made hermit cake before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The cake turned out perfect!


Chileshe Namwawa
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of spices and nuts.


ALIYAN 177
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he'd ever had.


Farhadcox 24
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This cake is a little slice of heaven. I can't get enough of it!


jan sh
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I've tried many hermit cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of spices and sweetness.


Gift Adiele
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This cake is perfect for a potluck or bake sale. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Abuzar Mughal
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I love the streusel topping on this cake. It adds a nice crunch and sweetness.


Riad Nekrouf
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This hermit cake is so good, I could eat it every day!


Ameer khatim
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This cake was a huge hit at my last party. Everyone raved about the moist texture and delicious flavor.


Desaray Sinsun
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I've been making this cake for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Ssebuliba Julius
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This is my go-to recipe for hermit cake. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of spices and nuts in the cake.


Trevor Hlongwane
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Just made this cake and it turned out great! The only change I made was to use chocolate chips instead of raisins. Everyone loved it!


Carmelo Chavez
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This hermit cake is a real treat! The streusel topping adds a delightful crunch, and the cake itself is moist and flavorful. I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.