War Cake

By GrandmaFred

Dense spice cake from World War I

Ingredients

• Liquid Mixture:
• 2 c. sugar
• 2 c. water
• 1/2 tsp. ground cloves
• 1 c. raisins (floured)
• 3/4 c. shortening
• 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
• 1 tsp. allspice
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• Dry Mixture:
• 3 1/2 c. sifted flour
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 2 tsp. baking powder

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all liquid mixture ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil 5 minutes. Cool completely.

Add liquid mixture to dry mixture and stir until combined.

Pour into greased and floured tube pan.

Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.