Grammie Bea's Double Raisin Cake

Step back in time with Grammie Bea's Double Raisin Cake, a nostalgic dessert that combines old-fashioned charm with irresistible flavor. This moist and tender cake is packed with both golden and dark raisins, adding bursts of natural sweetness to every bite. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg lend a cozy, aromatic touch, while a hint of vanilla enhances the richness of the buttery base. Coating the raisins in flour ensures an even distribution throughout the cake, preventing them from sinking. Perfect for family gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a comforting treat, this classic recipe can be baked in a bundt pan for an elegant presentation or a 9x13-inch pan for effortless serving. Finish it with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of vanilla glaze for a truly timeless dessert. Keywords: double raisin cake, moist raisin cake recipe, cinnamon spice cake, old-fashioned dessert, Grammie Bea's cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup golden raisins
• 1 cup dark raisins
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for coating raisins)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan or a 9x13-inch cake pan, then set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Lower the mixer speed and alternate adding the milk and the dry flour mixture in small batches, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.

Step 6

In a small bowl, toss the golden raisins and dark raisins with 2 tablespoons of flour to coat. This helps prevent the raisins from sinking to the bottom of the batter during baking.

Step 7

Gently fold the floured raisins into the batter using a spatula, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple vanilla glaze for extra sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1639.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5566.2

Total Fat 219.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1103.9mg	0%
Sodium 3739.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 853.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 515.6g
Protein 78.0g	0%

Vitamin D 230.4IU	0%
Calcium 720.5mg	0%
Iron 27.1mg	0%
Potassium 3505.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.7%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 59.9%