Great Depression Cake

13 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2 c. strong coffee or water
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 c. raisins
  • 1 apple, peeled and grated
  • 2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 c. walnuts
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. allspice
  • 1 tsp. cloves
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg

Directions

  1. 1
    Simmer first 5 ingredients for 10 minutes.
  2. 2
    Cool for 10 minutes.
  3. 3
    Stir in remaining ingredients.
  4. 4
    Pour into a greased and floured 13 x 9-inch pan.
  5. 5
    Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar.
  6. 6
    Diced candied fruit may be added.

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