Desserts

Prune Cake 12 servings

Ignore the name (prunes are plums after all) because this is the best-tasting cake for any meal or

just for snacking. Toast some extra pecans to add as a garnish. As cupcakes they are perfect

for a brunch.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups sugar

• 1 cup of a good oil

• 3 eggs

• 2 cups flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1½ tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1 tsp allspice

• 1 tsp nutmeg

• 1 cup buttermilk

• 1 tsp vanilla

• 1 cup prunes, cooked, chopped ¼-inch dice

• 1 cup pecans, chopped

Preheat oven to 325°F. You will need a greased 9-x-13 pan*.

Instructions

1. In medium bowl,mix sugar and oil together; add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.

2. Add dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Fold in the vanilla, nuts and prunes.

3. Pour into prepared pan; bake for 35 to 40 minutes.

Glaze

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar

• 1/2 cup buttermilk

• 1 Tbsp clear corn syrup

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ¼ cup butter

• 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

1. In small saucepan, combine all ingredients; boil for 3 minutes.

2. Using skewer, poke holes 2-inches apart in hot cake and pour glaze.

*Recipe can make 12 cupcakes (use greased liners). You can also use a loaf pan.

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LAURA LEE ALICE
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