Old Timey Molasses Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Cuisine: American

Old Timey Molasses Cake offers rich, warm flavors with molasses and cinnamon, perfect for cozy gatherings and those who enjoy classic, nostalgic baked treats.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 sticks margarine
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 3 1/4 cups self-rising flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, margarine, and molasses; blend thoroughly.
  2. Add one egg at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and buttermilk; mix until smooth.
  4. Pour batter into a prepared baking pan and bake at 350°F for 1 hour or until done.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

611 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.8g 14% DV
Total Fat 29.6g 38% DV
Carbs 84.8g 31% DV
Fiber 2.1g 8% DV
Sugar 26.4g 53% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2998.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 658.3mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 68.5mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 27.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.3mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1662.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6.1mg 34% DV
Contains Egg 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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