Grandma'S Scripture Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Grandma's Scripture Cake is a rich, fruit-filled dessert infused with spices and honey, perfect for special occasions or family gatherings seeking nostalgic flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. raisins
  • 2 c. figs
  • 4 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 c. butter
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1 c. milk
  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. spices (nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves)

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add beaten egg yolks, honey, and milk; mix well.
  3. Sift together 3 cups of flour with spices and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
  4. Flour the mixed fruit with the remaining flour.
  5. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the batter.
  6. Add the floured fruit to the batter and fold gently to combine.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased and floured pan.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

709 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.3g 15% DV
Total Fat 29.7g 38% DV
Carbs 111.1g 40% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 48.4g 97% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12499.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 493mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 141mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.7mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1661.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6.7mg 37% DV

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

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