AUNT MURNA'S JAM CAKE

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I remember Aunt Murna telling me that she created her jam cake recipe as a young girl. She made improvements over the years, such as soaking the raisins in crushed pineapple. This cake is a favorite at our annual family reunions. -Mrs. Eddie Robinson, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup raisins
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 jar (12 ounces) blackberry jam or 1 cup homemade blackberry jam
2/3 cup buttermilk
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup chopped pecans
CARAMEL ICING:
1 cup butter, cubed
2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup 2% milk
3-1/2 to 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Soak raisins in pineapple and juice several hours or overnight. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add jam and buttermilk; beat until well blended. Sift together dry ingredients; add to batter. Beat on low just until combined. Stir in the raisins, pineapple and pecans. , Pour into 2 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks. , For icing, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and milk; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Cool just until warm; beat in enough confectioners' sugar for icing to reach spreading consistency. Add more sugar for thicker icing or more milk to thin it. Frost cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 694 calories, Fat 30g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 105g carbohydrate (83g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

firoj ansari
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This cake looks delicious! I'm definitely going to make it for my next potluck.


Darlyn Medrano
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I'm allergic to strawberries, so I'm not sure if I can make this cake. Are there any other jams that would work well?


Shajahan Khan
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This cake is way too sweet for my taste. I prefer cakes that are more tart or savory.


carlin cara
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I'm not a big fan of jam cakes, but this one looks pretty tempting. I might have to give it a try.


MERCY TANONG
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This cake looks absolutely divine! I can't wait to try it out. I'm sure it will be a hit at my next party.


sk Ridoy
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I'm always looking for new and exciting cake recipes, and Aunt Murnia's Jam Cake definitely fits the bill. With its moist crumb and flavorful jam filling, this cake is sure to be a hit with my family and friends.


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Aunt Murnia's Jam Cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, yet always a crowd-pleaser. The perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering.


Ryuzaki
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This cake was just okay. The crumb was a bit dry, and the jam filling was too sweet for my taste.


gulamu khan gulamu
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This cake is a must-try! It's moist, flavorful, and the jam filling is the perfect touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


HandXome Jadoon
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This is my new favorite cake recipe. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Akas Hossain
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This cake is delicious! The jam filling is the perfect complement to the moist and flavorful cake. I will definitely be making this again.


Liyema Dudes
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This cake was a disappointment. The crumb was dry and crumbly, and the jam filling was too sweet. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Mwesigye Laurian
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the jam filling is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I highly recommend this recipe!


Raphael Wiederhold
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This jam cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use any type of jam I have on hand, and it always tastes delicious. My friends and family always ask for this cake when they come over.


Soni Jutt
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This cake was a hit at my family gathering. Everyone loved the moist and flavorful crumb, and the jam filling added a perfect touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again!