Best 3 Scripture Cake Recipes

Indulge in the heavenly goodness of Scripture Cake, a timeless classic that has been passed down through generations. Originating from the Southern United States, this moist and flavorful cake derives its name from its unique pan design, featuring intricate biblical verses or passages imprinted on its surface. With its rich, buttery flavor and tender crumb, Scripture Cake is not just a culinary delight but also a symbol of faith and tradition.

This article presents a collection of beloved Scripture Cake recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences. Whether you're a traditionalist seeking the classic pound cake version or a health-conscious baker looking for gluten-free and vegan alternatives, we've got you covered. Each recipe is meticulously crafted with detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect outcome.

Dive into the Southern Charm Scripture Cake recipe, a true testament to the cake's origins. With its generous use of butter, sugar, and eggs, this recipe yields a moist and decadent cake that melts in your mouth. For those with a sweet tooth, the Heavenly Pound Cake Scripture Cake recipe takes it up a notch with its extra sugar and vanilla extract, resulting in an irresistible sweet treat.

For those seeking a lighter yet equally flavorful option, the Angel Food Scripture Cake recipe is a delightful choice. Made with egg whites and whipped egg whites, this cake boasts a fluffy texture and a delicate vanilla flavor.

If you're gluten-free, rejoice! The Gluten-Free Scripture Cake recipe uses almond flour and coconut flour to create a moist and tender cake that rivals its traditional counterpart. And for those following a vegan lifestyle, the Vegan Scripture Cake recipe offers a plant-based version made with wholesome ingredients like almond milk, applesauce, and flax eggs.

No matter your dietary preferences, Scripture Cake is a versatile and delicious treat that can be enjoyed by all. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking journey that will fill your home with the sweet aroma of faith, tradition, and delectable goodness.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SCRIPTURE CAKE

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You can find the ingredient mentioned in the passage that follows it.

Provided by Stephanie

Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

½ cup butter, Judges 5:25
1 ½ cups white sugar, Jeremiah 6:20
3 eggs, Isaiah 10:14
2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 Kings 4:22
2 teaspoons baking powder, Luke 13:21
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 Kings 10:10
1 teaspoon ground mace, 1 Kings 10:10
1 teaspoon ground cloves, 1 Kings 10:10
½ teaspoon salt, Leviticus 2:13
½ cup water, Genesis 43:24
1 tablespoon honey, Proverbs 24:13
1 cup figs, 1 Samuel 30:11
1 cup raisins, 1 Samuel 30:11
½ cup almonds, Genesis 43:11

Steps:

Blend butter, sugar, spices and salt. Beat egg yolks and add. Sift in baking powder and flour, then add water and honey.
Put fruit and nuts through food processor and flour well. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Pour into a 13 x 9-inch pan and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 155.4 mg, Sugar 28.6 g

SCRIPTURE CAKE

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Kim's Notes: The other night I was browsing through my cookbook called "The Joy of Hospitality" and came across this recipe and just had to post it. This is one interesting cake to make and with all the figs, raisins and almonds makes it so moist, chewy and delicious. I just made this on October 16, 2012 and have made a few...

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories Cakes

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

SCRIPTURE CAKE
1/2 c judges 5:25, last clause
2 c jeremiah 6:20
2 Tbsp 1 samuel 14:25
6 of jeremiah 17:11, separated
1 1/2 c 1 kings 4:22, first clause
2 tsp amos 4:5, first clause
a pinch of leviticus 2:13
2 chronicles 9:9 as desired
1/2 c judges 5:25, first clause
2 c each 1 samuel 30:12, chopped
2 c numbers 17:8, chopped
BURNT JEREMIAH SYRUP:
1 1/2 c jeremiah 6:20
1/2 c genesis 24:45
1/4 c genesis 18:8
GARNISH:
sliced genesis 43:11

Steps:

1. Search the scripture for your ingredients: This is the first scripture to look up. Key Words:butter, sweet cane, eggs, fine flour, salt, leavened, sweet cinnamon, spices, milk, almonds, figs, and raisins
2. Chop up your dates for cake.
3. Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Cream butter, sugar, and honey. Add egg yolks. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Add desired spices, such as cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk.
5. Beat egg whites until stiff and fold into the batter.
6. Coat the chopped figs, raisins, and almonds with flour to keep them from sinking to the bottom, and stir them into the mixture.
7. Pour into your cake pan and bake in a well-greased 10-inch tube pan for 2 hours.
8. For Burnt Jeremiah Syrup: In a 2-quart saucepan over low heat, melt sugar, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. After sugar melts, continue cooking, stirring continuously, until it is a deep golden brown. Add water and cook, stirring frequently, until smooth. Remove from the heat, add butter and stir till until it melts; allow to cool. Drizzle over cooled scripture cake and garnish with sliced almonds. ----[Why is it called Burnt Jeremiah Syrup? "And if I say, I will not make mention of him, nor speak any more in his name, then there is in my heart as it were a burning fire shut up in my bones, and I am weary with forbearing, and I cannot contain." Jeremiah 20:9] Burnt Jeremiah Syrup is from:gratefulprayerthankfulheart.blogspot.com
9. Here is a great verse to share with those who are helping to prepare this cake: All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man[woman] of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work (2 Timothy 3:16,17)
10. There is a bakery called Simply Fruit Cakes in the UK that sells these Scripture Cakes in beautiful tins. Her motto is: Baked from the Heart. Here is the link:http://www.simplyfruitcakes.co.uk/index.php
11. Here is a little history I found on hushpuppynation.com: Scripture cake was also known as "Bible Cake," "Scriptural Cake" and "Old Testament Cake," and was extremely popular in the latter part of the nineteenth century, especially in the southern Appalachians. The cake was meant as a way to teach young girls baking and Bible verses. The earliest recipe for this cake I have been able to find was published in the Atlanta Constitution on June 27, 1897. Some researchers believe the cake dates to the late 1700s in England or Ireland, while others claim the cake a favorite of Dolly Madison, wife of U.S. president James Madison.

SCRIPTURE CAKE

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I adapted this recipe from Jane Grigson's British Cookery (unfortunately out-of-print). I use French Tart's excellent recipe for mixed spice.

Provided by Lauren H-C

Categories Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 1 9-inch cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 lb raisins (approximately 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 lb dried fig, trimmed and quartered (approximately 1 1/3 cups)
1/2 lb unsalted butter, softened (1 cup)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon honey
3 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon mixed spice
2 ounces sliced almonds (approximately 1/3 cup)
milk, as needed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300Ëš Fahrenheit. Place the raisins and figs in a large bowl and cover with just-boiled water. Set aside. Grease a 9"-round springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. Place on a baking sheet and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar then beat in the honey. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Mix in the flour, a cup at a time, adding the salt, baking powder and mixed spice with the last cup of flour. Don't overmix.
Drain the raisins and figs then gently stir into the cake batter. Stir in the almonds, as well. I found that the dampness from the soaked fruit was enough liquid to make the cake batter perfectly moist. However, if your batter is too stiff, add milk (about a tablespoon at a time), to thin it out.
Drop the batter into the cake tin (you'll probably want a wooden spoon or spatula for this), then smooth out the surface of the batter. Bake in the middle of the oven 1 ½ to 2 hours. The cake is ready when a tester inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Cool the cake in its tin on a rack for about ten minutes, then remove the cake from the tin to cool completely.

Tips:

Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
Use Room Temperature Ingredients: For cakes, this means butter, eggs, and milk. Using room temperature ingredients will help them mix together more easily and create a smoother batter.
Cream the Butter and Sugar Together: This is a key step in making a light and fluffy cake. Creaming the butter and sugar together incorporates air into the mixture, which will help the cake rise.
Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the Cake at the Right Temperature: The temperature and baking time will vary depending on the recipe. Be sure to follow the recipe's instructions carefully.
Let the Cake Cool Completely Before Frosting: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Scripture cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its moist texture and flavorful frosting, it's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a simple dessert to make for a weeknight meal or a showstopping cake for a special occasion, scripture cake is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give scripture cake a try.