Ingredients for Spice Cake War Cake
- Brown Sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup vegetable shortening
- 1 cup raisins
- Cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Nutmeg
- Allspice
- Clove
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
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How to Make Spice Cake War Cake
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, ½ cup water, ½ cup shortening, 1 cup raisins, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly for 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cooled sugar mixture, beating until just combined. Do not overmix.
- For a Christmas twist (optional): Stir in 1 cup chopped figs, 1 cup chopped dates, 2 tablespoons chopped citron, 1 teaspoon grated orange rind, and ½ cup chopped nuts.
- Pour batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
96g
Fat
5g
Carbs
13g
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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Healthy Desserts Fruit American Oven Fall Holiday Event Kid Friendly Vegetarian Winter Cakes Dietary Low Cholesterol Seasonal Midwestern Inexpensive Healthy 2 Low In Something Taste Mood Equipment Number Of Servings Presentation 4 Hours Or Less
