Heritage Jam Cake Recipe

Indulge in the rich and flavorful heritage jam cake that has been passed down through generations in American households. This cake is made with a combination of aromatic spices, a generous amount of homemade jam, and a moist cake base. Perfect for any occasion, this traditional recipe will surely impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 cup homemade raspberry jam
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup grated coconut

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix well after each addition.
6. Fold in the raspberry jam, nuts, raisins, and coconut.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

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