Sorghum Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Sorghum Cake offers a moist, flavorful treat with a rich molasses aroma and a hint of ginger. Its hearty texture makes it perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, appealing to those seeking wholesome, rustic baked goods with a touch of warmth and sweetness. Suitable for gluten-sensitive diets when using gluten-free flour.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup sorghum molasses
  • 1/2 cup hot water

Instructions

  1. Sift the dry ingredients together: flour, soda, salt, and ginger.
  2. Cream the shortening until light. Add unbeaten eggs and beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the molasses and dry ingredients to the creamed mixture.
  4. Beat until smooth.
  5. Add hot water, stirring briskly.
  6. Turn the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

506 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 28.3g 36% DV
Carbs 57.9g 21% DV
Fiber 2.7g 9% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 10086.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 258.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 69mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 27.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 0.3mg
Calcium 125.5mg 10% DV
Iron 2.6mg 15% DV

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

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