Delicious and Moist Mincemeat Cake Recipe

Indulge in the rich flavors of mincemeat cake with this wonderful recipe. This cake is incredibly moist and bursting with the delightful combination of spices, fruits, and nuts. Perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion, this cake will leave a lasting impression on your guests. With a preparing time of 60 minutes, you can easily make this cake in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a fan of mincemeat or looking to try something new, this recipe is a must-try!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups mincemeat
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup raisins
• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
6. Fold in the mincemeat, chopped walnuts, and raisins until well combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cake has cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired.
11. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

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