How to Make Amish Buttermilk Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

The Amish Buttermilk Cake is a traditional Amish dessert that has been passed down through generations. This simple yet delicious cake is a staple in many Amish households and is often served at community gatherings and church events.

With its moist and tender crumb, the Amish Buttermilk Cake is reminiscent of classic Amish cooking – hearty, wholesome, and satisfying. The addition of buttermilk gives the cake a subtle tanginess and helps to keep it moist, making it a favorite among both y...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup melted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 ½ cups buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 9x11-inch cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x11-inch cake pan.
  • Combine flour, white sugar, brown sugar, butter, and baking soda in a bowl until crumbly. Transfer 1 cup of crumbs to a small bowl and set aside. Add buttermilk and cinnamon to remaining crumbs and mix until batter is just combined and moist. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and sprinkle reserved crumbs on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    203 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 122mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 69mg