Clabber Cake Recipe

Taste the rich history of East Perry County, Missouri, with this Clabber Cake recipe! Inspired by the "Heritage of Cooking" cookbook, this cake boasts a surprisingly decadent flavor profile, reminiscent of a German Chocolate Cake, as noted by Elizabeth Benaka. This unique recipe, a cherished family treasure, delivers moist, flavorful layers perfect for any occasion. Discover a piece of culinary heritage – bake your own slice of history today!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 5280.3 kcal
Protein 145g
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Ingredients for Clabber Cake

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How to Make Clabber Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened butter and 1 ¾ cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 3 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of buttermilk, 1 cup of sour cream, and 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts.
  7. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the batter and stir until just combined.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting. (Frosting recipe not included in original source)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

221 g

Sugar

1702g

Fat

206g

Carbs

269g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Clabber Cake?

Clabber Cake takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Clabber Cake?

Clabber Cake has approximately 5280.3 calories per serving, with about 145 g protein, 269 g carbohydrates and 310 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Clabber Cake?

The key ingredients for Clabber Cake are Oleo, Eggs, Baking Soda, Buttermilk, Sugar, Cake Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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