Black Eyed Susan Cake Recipe

Prepare to be amazed! This unique Black Eyed Susan Cake from Vegetarian Times features the unexpected yet delicious ingredient: black-eyed peas! Surprisingly moist and flavorful, this cake is perfect for impressing guests. The optional, stunning decorations will transform it into a true showstopper. Get ready to elevate your baking game with this innovative and unforgettable recipe.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 442.7 kcal
Protein 15g
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Ingredients for Black Eyed Susan Cake

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How to Make Black Eyed Susan Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the black-eyed peas until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky. Add the oil, sugar, and eggs. Beat until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting and decorating.
  9. Once cool, frost with your favorite frosting. For the optional 'Black Eyed Susan' effect, pipe small yellow buttercream rosettes around the edges and place a chocolate-covered pecan in the center of each rosette to resemble the flower's dark center.
  10. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

283g

Fat

8g

Carbs

30g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Black Eyed Susan Cake?

Black Eyed Susan Cake takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Black Eyed Susan Cake?

Black Eyed Susan Cake has approximately 442.7 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 30 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Black Eyed Susan Cake?

The key ingredients for Black Eyed Susan Cake are Dried Apricots, Water, Black Eyed Peas, Vegetable Oil, Brown Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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