CHRISTMAS PLUM CAKE
This is an absolutely declicious, moist cake that smells and tastes like Christmas. My grandmother Bonnie had spent some time in California in the 40's and I believe that's where this recipe originated. This cake is perfect to bake a day ahead and enjoy as a breakfast item. Also it's perfect to separate the batter into 7 mini loaf pans and give away as gifts. Let me know what you think...it's one our family traditions which I hope becomes one of yours.
Provided by sunnybono
Categories Breads
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 cake, 12-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Before beginning this recipe, put your prunes in a pan and just cover with water. Let them simmer for a little while until mushy. Turn off pan and let them sit until a little cooler. Then chop them on a cutting board and get started on the recipe.
- First mix together oil, sugar, eggs, pecans and prunes (you might want to say plums -- people get a certain image when you say prune).
- Next, whisk together the soda and buttermilk in a separate bowl or measuring dish. Set that aside and let it get foamy.
- Next sift together the flour and spices. Mix the dry ingredients in with your prune mixture, just until moist. Then fold in the buttermilk mixture until mixed in well.
- Pour mixture into a 9X13 baking dish. OR you can use smaller tins -- I find one batch can fill 7 mini loaf pans. Bake 9X13 dish for one hour at 350 degrees. Small pans bake for 35 minutes at 350 degrees.
- Five minutes before your cakes come out of the oven, prepare the glaze: mix together buttermilk, sugar, butter and soda. Bring to a boil and cook for 1-2 minutes -- be sure you use a larger pan than you think you need, this mixture really expands! Pour the glaze over your hot cakes once they come out of the oven.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.2, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 59.2, Sodium 221.7, Carbohydrate 78.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 57.4, Protein 6
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