Egg, Milk, Butterless Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 50 min Serves: 8

A moist, spiced cake infused with raisins and warm spices, perfect for teatime or special occasions, topped with powdered sugar and candied fruit for added flair.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup lard
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
  • 2 cups sifted flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Boil all ingredients on the stove for 3 minutes, then cool.
  2. When cool, add a scant teaspoon of baking soda and 2 teaspoons of vinegar to the mixture.
  3. Mix well until combined.
  4. Add the dry ingredients (flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, salt, baking powder) to the cooled mixture and stir.
  5. Pour the batter into a small, scalloped tube pan.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool, then sift powdered sugar over the top.
  8. Decorate with candied fruit, cherries, or your preferred toppings.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

826 kcal 41% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8g 16% DV
Total Fat 44.4g 57% DV
Carbs 114.2g 42% DV
Fiber 16.5g 59% DV
Sugar 48.4g 97% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12503.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 640.3mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 25mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.3mcg
Vitamin C 1.5mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 1784.8mg 100% DV
Iron 8.8mg 49% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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