Grandma Ruby's Prune Cake Recipe

Grandma Ruby's prune cake brings warmth and nostalgia to your table. This moist, flavorful cake combines the natural sweetness of prunes with a hint of spice, creating a comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 Minutes

Cook Time 30 Minutes

Calories per seving 344

Fat 11g

Cholesterol 64mg

Sodium 19mg

Carbohydrates 60g

Fiber 1.5g

Sugar 43g

Protein 3.5g

Prune Cake
2 cups Sunsweet^® Pitted Prunes, coarsely chopped
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp ground nutmeg
2 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
2 Tbsp butter
1 cup Sunsweet^® Amaz!n™ Prune Juice
1 Tbsp baking soda
Sauce
1/2 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 Tbsp white corn syrup or honey
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 tsp baking soda

Preheat oven to 350°F. Add prunes to a saucepan; cover with water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes. Strain any excess water. Mash prunes and set aside. In a bowl, stir flour with cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg; set aside. In a separate bowl, beat sugar with eggs and butter until blended. In a measuring cup, mix prune juice with baking soda. Stir into mixture alternating with flour mixture. Stir in mashed prunes. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until tester inserted into center comes out clean. Cool for 15 minutes. Remove from pan and cool completely on rack. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce.

Sauce
Add butter, sugar, syrup, cream and baking soda to a small saucepan set over medium heat; bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes. Cut cake and serve with warm sauce.

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