TEXAS COWBOY CAKE

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Turn EVERY day into a holiday with this wonderful cake... a true celebration of family and flavor!

Provided by Cindy Moblo

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 c sugar
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp cloves, ground
2 c water
1 c strong brewed coffee
1 box raisins (15 oz.)
1 box dates, chopped (8 oz.)
3/4 c butter
4 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 Tbsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
3/4 c chopped pecans
1/2 c light corn syrup
1 c pecans, halved
2 Tbsp bourbon or rum (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Combine first eight ingredients in a saucepan and bring to low boil while stirring continually. Reduce heat and let simmer 5 minutes. Remove to cool.
  • 2. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
  • 3. Once cooled to lukewarm, slowly stir the liquid spice/fruit mixture into the dry ingredients. Fold in chopped pecans. Pour into two large well-greased loaf pans.
  • 4. Arrange pecan halves in a decorative pattern on the top of the loaves.
  • 5. Bake 1 hour at 300 degrees.
  • 6. With a brush, gently apply a coat of corn syrup over the cakes. (A few tablespoons of bourbon or rum may be added to the corn syrup.)
  • 7. Continue baking one hour, or until a toothpick come out of the cakes cleanly. Cool.
  • 8. For an adult dessert, a few tablespoons of bourbon or rum can be poured on each slice prior to serving.

Mutloob Ali
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This cake is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.


Rakib Hossain manik
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I love that this cake is not too sweet. It's perfect for after a big meal.


A GHAFFAR JESSANI
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This cake is the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


FLORI SINANI
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I've never made a Texas cowboy cake before, but this recipe made it really easy. The cake turned out great!


Mubashir Arshad
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This cake is so easy to make, even a beginner baker can do it.


mdjabirali
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success. All the kids loved it.


Kidd Pluto
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I'm not a fan of chocolate cake, but I loved this one! It's not too sweet and the frosting is perfect.


emmanuel akoto
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This cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the frosting was delicious.


Don patan
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I'm allergic to pecans, so I substituted walnuts. The cake still turned out great.


Robert Schnering
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This cake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion.


Jan Arain
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


Merina Dong
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good.


Sango Dare
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I've tried other Texas cowboy cake recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Asim Sahil
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes.


Herem Ishak
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Indian Boy
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I love the combination of chocolate and pecans in this cake. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


BRENDA SHIPMAN
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This recipe is easy to follow and the cake turns out perfect every time.


Ekow Anderson
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Myka World
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This cake was a huge hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the moist texture and the delicious flavor.