Raisin Spice Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A moist and flavorful raisin spice cake that combines warm spices and sweet raisins, making it perfect for cozy afternoons or special occasions. Its rich aroma and tender crumb appeal to those who enjoy classic baked treats with a spicy twist, suitable for family gatherings or teatime indulgence.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Put sugar, shortening, water, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a pan.
  2. Boil the mixture for 5 minutes.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool.
  4. Add flour, salt, soda, and baking powder to the cooled mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into loaf pans.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

759 kcal 38% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.7g 17% DV
Total Fat 42.5g 55% DV
Carbs 94.4g 34% DV
Fiber 10.4g 37% DV
Sugar 23.5g 47% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12755.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 489.3mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 5.8mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 13.3mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 10.7mg 12% DV
Calcium 1650.8mg 100% DV
Iron 6.6mg 37% 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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