Biblical Cake Recipe

Uncover the delicious mystery of this legendary fruitcake! Inspired by a Sunday school puzzle, this recipe yields a rich, decadent fruitcake perfect for Christmas or any special occasion. Using a base of traditional ingredients, it's been passed down and perfected for its unbelievably moist and flavorful texture. Prepare to be amazed by this truly blessed fruitcake – a family favorite for generations!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 4437.6 kcal
Protein 137g
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Ingredients for Biblical Cake

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Baking Powder
  • 1 cup raisins
  • Mixed Spice
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Milk
  • Honey
  • Figs
  • 1 cup currants
  • ½ cup chopped candied citron
  • ½ cup chopped candied orange peel
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves

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How to Make Biblical Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round baking tin.
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup raisins, 1 cup currants, ½ cup chopped candied citron, ½ cup chopped candied orange peel, ½ cup chopped pecans, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the fruit.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared tin and bake for 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the tin for 30 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

100 g

Sugar

1547g

Fat

478g

Carbs

236g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Biblical Cake?

Biblical Cake takes about 180 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 150 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Biblical Cake?

Biblical Cake has approximately 4437.6 calories per serving, with about 137 g protein, 236 g carbohydrates and 248 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Biblical Cake?

The key ingredients for Biblical Cake are Butter, Eggs, Salt, Baking Powder, Raisins, Mixed Spice. See the full list with measurements above.

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