Warm Spiced Prune & Walnut Breakfast Cake

Recipe Collection: Breakfast

Warm Spiced Prune & Walnut Breakfast Cake is a moist and flavorful treat that combines the natural sweetness of prunes with aromatic spices. This vegetarian American recipe is perfect for breakfast or a midday snack, and the optional walnuts add a satisfying crunch. With its rich flavor profile, this cake is versatile enough to be enjoyed with coffee or tea, making it a delightful addition to any meal. Easily find this recipe on the easyChef Pro App, where you can explore personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list for effortless meal planning. Select this recipe today and enjoy step-by-step guidance to create a delicious breakfast cake!

Overview

This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for breakfast or any time of the day. Infused with warm spices and the natural sweetness of prunes, this cake is a delightful treat that brings back childhood memories. The optional addition of walnuts adds a satisfying crunch to every bite.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Nuts, Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 16

Cooking Time: 70 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup shortening
• 2 Cups white sugar
• 4 Whole eggs
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 Cups buttermilk
• 1 1/3 Cups stewed prunes, minced
• 2 1/3 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) allspice
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) nutmeg, ground
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) baking powder
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 1 Cup walnuts, divided (Optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch tube pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the shortening and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
3. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and minced prunes.
4. Sift the flour, allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and baking soda into a large bowl or onto a sheet of waxed paper.
5. Stir in the dry ingredients 1/3 at a time, alternating with the buttermilk.
6. Mix in the divided walnuts if using. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the crown of the cake comes out clean.
8. Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Enjoy this delightful cake with a cup of coffee or tea for a perfect start to your day!