Scripture Cake

Discover the charming tradition behind Scripture Cake, a dessert rich in biblical references and historical intrigue. This dense, fruit-packed cake combines wholesome ingredients like raisins, honey, figs, and almonds, perfectly balanced with warm spices such as cinnamon, allspice, and cloves. With its buttery base and moist, tender crumb, this recipe offers a heartwarming blend of flavors reminiscent of old-world baking. Perfect for gatherings or as a thoughtful gift, Scripture Cake is baked in a bundt or tube pan and comes out beautifully golden and fragrant after 90 minutes in the oven. Serve this nostalgic treat with tea or coffee for a meaningful dessert that captures the essence of culinary history and faith-inspired cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4.5 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter
• 2 cups sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 0.5 cup honey
• 2 cups raisins
• 1 cup figs, chopped
• 1 cup almonds, chopped
• 2 teaspoons spices (cinnamon, allspice, cloves)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a large bundt or tube pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and spices. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

Step 5

Add the honey to the wet mixture and mix well.

Step 6

Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.

Step 7

Fold in the raisins, chopped figs, and almonds until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cool, slice and serve. This cake pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2429.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7884.9

Total Fat 281.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 1664.4mg	0%
Sodium 5057.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1237.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.2g	0%
Total Sugars 749.5g
Protein 139.9g	0%

Vitamin D 389.2IU	0%
Calcium 1205.8mg	0%
Iron 41.9mg	0%
Potassium 5044.6mg	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: 31.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 61.5%