Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake Recipe

Step back in time with this delightful Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake! Adapted from a treasured 1901 church cookbook, this recipe boasts a rich history and even richer flavor. Imagine tender cake bursting with warm nutmeg and juicy raisins, perfect for an afternoon snack with coffee or elevated with a dusting of powdered sugar or your favorite icing. A true taste of vintage baking, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 174.6 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake

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How to Make Nutmeg Raisin Victory 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 butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the raisins and chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite icing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

72g

Fat

6g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake?

Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake?

Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake has approximately 174.6 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake?

The key ingredients for Nutmeg Raisin Victory Cake are Granulated Sugar, Vegetable Shortening, Egg, All Purpose Flour, Salt, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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