Outer Banks Poor Man'S Cake
A hearty and spiced raisin cake with warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavors, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dessert indulgence.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Boil raisins in 2 cups of water for 15 minutes and let cool.
- Sift dry ingredients together: flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- Add cooled raisins and 1 cup of water, mixing well.
- Melt shortening in a baking pan.
- Pour the batter into the pan with the melted shortening, mixing the rest of the shortening in.
- Bake in a 350°F oven for 1 hour.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
668
kcal
33% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
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).