How to Make Depression Cake I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Depression Cake, also known as Crazy Cake or Wacky Cake, is a timeless recipe that has been passed down through generations. The origins of this cake can be traced back to the Great Depression, when ingredients like eggs and dairy were scarce and expensive. This cake was created as a way to make a delicious dessert with minimal ingredients, and it has stood the test of time as a beloved classic.

Depression Cake is unique because it does not require any eggs, butter, or milk, making it...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups raisins
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) cake

  • In a saucepan combine shortening, water, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand until cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Stir flour and baking soda into the cooled raisin mixture and mix until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    234 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 55mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 110mg