This recipe is an old-time favorite that was given to me by my mother-in-law. She told me the cake shouldn't be eaten the day it's baked...aging makes it so much better. She once entered this cake in a contest and won first prize!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12-15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine raisins and water. Cook until plump. Drain and set aside raisins, reserving 10 tablespoons cooking liquid. , In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Combine flour, cinnamon, cloves nutmeg and salt; set aside. Combine milk, soda, eggs and reserved cooking liquid. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk mixture to creamed mixture. Stir in cooked raisins. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Just before serving, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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mdkamal hossan
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great go-to cake when I'm short on time.
Anisa Oman
[email protected]This cake was easy to make and turned out perfect! It was a hit with my friends and family.
Kristin Peaden
[email protected]My family and I absolutely loved this recipe! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the raisins added a delicious touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this cake again.