Tomato Soup Cake is an old-fashioned recipe that might sound unusual, but it's a moist and sweet cake with a hint of spice. It's a perfect treat for any occasion and a great way to use up pantry staples like canned tomato soup.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed tomato soup
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add vegetable oil, tomato soup, and eggs to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Fold in raisins and walnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared baking pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
- Enjoy a slice of this unique and tasty Tomato Soup Cake!
Interesting Facts
Tomato Soup Cake became popular during the Great Depression as a way to make desserts with limited ingredients.
The tomato soup adds moisture and a unique flavor to the cake that pairs perfectly with the spices.