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Kentucky Bourbon Cake

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This Kentucky Bourbon Cake is a decadent, moist dessert that captures the essence of Southern hospitality. The batter is enriched with softened butter and eggs, creating a tender crumb, while chopped pecans add a delightful crunch. The star of the show is the bourbon: used to plump the raisins and brushed generously over the warm cake, imparting a sophisticated, warm spice note. The addition of lemon zest and juice brightens the heavy flavors, preventing the cake from becoming too cloying. Perfect for holiday gatherings, Christmas celebrations, or as a special treat for bourbon enthusiasts, this cake improves with age. It is a show-stopping centerpiece that balances sweetness with the robust character of Kentucky bourbon.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 2277.2
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Kentucky Bourbon Cake is a decadent, moist dessert that captures the essence of Southern hospitality. The batter is enriched with softened butter and eggs, creating a tender crumb, while chopped pecans add a delightful crunch. The star of the show is the bourbon: used to plump the raisins and brushed generously over the warm cake, imparting a sophisticated, warm spice note. The addition of lemon zest and juice brightens the heavy flavors, preventing the cake from becoming too cloying. Perfect for holiday gatherings, Christmas celebrations, or as a special treat for bourbon enthusiasts, this cake improves with age. It is a show-stopping centerpiece that balances sweetness with the robust character of Kentucky bourbon.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Raisins
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon
  • 1/4 cup Butter; softened
  • 1 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 5 Eggs
  • 4 cup Flour; sifted
  • 2 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest; grated
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 cup Pecans; chopped
Directions
  1. 1
    Marinate raisins in 1 cup of the bourbon for at least 1 hour, up to 12 hours.
  2. 2
    Drain the raisins, reserving both the plumped raisins and the bourbon-soaking liquid.
  3. 3
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177C).
  4. 4
    Butter and flour a 10-inch Bundt cake pan or other tube-cake pan thoroughly.
  5. 5
    Beat together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 15 minutes.
  6. 6
    Beat in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  7. 7
    In a separate bowl, sift together 3 3/4 cups of the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  8. 8
    Combine the reserved bourbon-soaking liquid with the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  9. 9
    Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the bourbon-lemon mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  10. 10
    Toss the drained raisins and chopped pecans with the remaining 1/4 cup of flour.
  11. 11
    Gently fold the flour-coated raisins and pecans into the batter.
  12. 12
    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 1 1/2 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. 13
    Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack.
  14. 14
    Brush the remaining 1/2 cup of bourbon over the cake while it is still somewhat warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2277.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 65.2g101%
Saturated Fat 15.7g79%
Cholesterol 265.4mg89%
Sodium 185mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 377.3g126%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g67%
Sugars 182.7g
Protein 41.5g83%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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