Sure thing! Let’s delve into the delicious world of Blitzkrieg Cake, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family gathering or a festive celebration. π
Blitzkrieg Cake Recipe
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1 1/2 cups | Raisins |
| 1/2 cup | Shortening |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1/2 tsp | Nutmeg |
| 1/4 tsp | Allspice |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground cloves |
| 1 3/4 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| – | Icing sugar (for topping) |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). While the oven is heating up, prepare your cake pan by greasing and flouring it, ensuring easy removal of the cake once it’s baked.
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Prepare the raisin mixture: In a saucepan over high heat, combine the water, brown sugar, raisins, shortening, and all the aromatic spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ground cloves. Bring this flavorful mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to ensure the sugar dissolves evenly.
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Cool the mixture: Once the mixture reaches a boil, turn off the heat and carefully remove the saucepan from the burner. Allow the mixture to cool down to lukewarm temperature. This step allows the flavors to meld together, creating a rich and aromatic base for your cake.
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Mix the dry ingredients: While the raisin mixture is cooling, in a separate mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Give it a gentle stir to ensure the baking soda is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients: Once the raisin mixture has cooled sufficiently, gradually add the flour mixture into the saucepan. Stir well to combine, ensuring there are no lumps in the batter. The resulting mixture should be smooth and fragrant, with the raisins evenly distributed throughout.
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Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly to ensure even baking. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the top of the cake is firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and serve: Once the cake is baked to perfection, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, carefully transfer the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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Add the finishing touch: Before serving, if desired, sprinkle the top of the cake with a dusting of icing sugar for a touch of sweetness and an elegant finish.
Now, slice into this moist and flavorful Blitzkrieg Cake, and enjoy each bite bursting with the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, perfectly complemented by the sweetness of brown sugar and raisins. Whether served as a delightful dessert or enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee, this cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. So go ahead, indulge in a slice of homemade goodness! π°β¨
