Brown Raisin Cake (Dutch Quick Bread)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Brown raisin cake recipe that will melt in your mouth
in Baked Goods

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 cup coffee or 1 cup water
1 cup raisins
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1 cup flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
9
Calories
288
Sugar
34g
Fat
6g
Brown Raisin Cake is a traditional cake that originated in Holland. It's also known as Dutch Quick Bread because it's easy to put together and requires only a few ingredients. This cake has a dense texture, mild sweetness, and is perfect with a cup of coffee or tea. You can enjoy it as a simple afternoon snack or dress it up for a dessert with whipped cream or ice cream on top.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch square pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
2.Pour the cup of coffee or water over the raisins in a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Drain the raisins and reserve the liquid.
3.Cream the butter and sugar together in a large bowl until light and creamy.
4.Sift the flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg into the butter mixture. Combine the mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon.
5.Add the raisins and reserved liquid to the mixture and stir to combine.
6.Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7.Let it cool before serving.

PROS

This cake is a quick and easy recipe that requires minimal effort and few ingredients.

It’s a perfect snack cake that is moist and not too sweet.

It’s a great way to use up raisins that have been sitting in your pantry.

CONS

This cake is not ideal for people on a low-carb or low-sugar diet.
It contains a lot of sugar and carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Raisins are high in fiber and antioxidants, which can promote good digestive health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Cinnamon is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and can help regulate blood sugar levels.

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