Delicious and Moist Festive Prune Cake Recipe

Indulge in the flavors of the holiday season with this delicious and moist festive prune cake recipe. Packed with the goodness of prunes, spices, and a hint of citrus, this cake is perfect for celebrations. The soft and tender texture combined with the rich flavors will impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Serve it with a cup of hot tea or coffee for the ultimate dessert experience. This recipe is easy to follow and will surely become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 2 cups pitted prunes, chopped
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon ground cloves
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Zest of 1 orange

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, combine the chopped prunes and boiling water. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the prune mixture. Mix until just combined.
7. Fold in the orange zest.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
11. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

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