South American Raisin Cake

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 15

Authentic South American Raisin Cake Recipe

by The Chefin Cake

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

560

Sugar

29g

Fat

25g

South American Raisin Cake is a traditional dessert popular in countries like Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile. It's a unique recipe that combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls, raisins, walnuts, and apple juice to create a perfect dessert that can be enjoyed any time of the day. It's sweet, fluffy, and satisfying. With its vibrant color and flavorful taste, it's a great dessert to share with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, combine the apple juice and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
2.	Add the raisins and walnuts and continue to cook for 10-15 minutes until the raisins plump up and the mixture thickens slightly.
3.	Mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and pour into the raisin mixture.
4.	Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy.
5.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
6.	Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
7.	Remove the cinnamon roll dough from the packages. Separate them and set the icing packet aside.
8.	Cut each roll in half.
9.	Arrange the rolls in a single layer in the prepared pan starting from the center and working outwards.
10.	Pour the raisin mixture over the rolls, spreading it out evenly.
11.	Cover the raisin mixture with the remaining pieces of cinnamon roll dough.
12.	Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

This South American Raisin Cake is incredibly easy to make and requires very few ingredients.

It’s a perfect dessert for family get-togethers and holiday parties.
The raisins and walnuts are a great source of nutrients, and the apple juice adds a unique flavor to the cake.

CONS

The cake is high in calories and sugar due to the cinnamon rolls and sugar content, so it should be consumed in moderation.

The walnuts can also be substituted for other nuts if you have an allergy or preference.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy but can be enjoyed as a treat in moderation. The raisins and walnuts are an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The apple juice in the recipe contains antioxidants that help boost immunity, fight inflammation, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer.

	1 1/4 cups apple juice
	1/2 cup sugar
	1 cup raisins
	1 cup chopped walnuts
	2 tablespoons cornstarch
	3 packages refrigerated cinnamon rolls ( 8 rolls per package )