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Pioneer Woman Prune Cake Recipe

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Pioneer Woman Prune Cake is a moist, warmly spiced dessert featuring a tender crumb infused with mashed prunes for natural sweetness and depth of flavor. Topped with a glossy, rich buttermilk icing, this cake offers a nostalgic homemade treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 cup prunes
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 whole eggs
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 1 1/2 cups sifted flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Icing Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon white corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan. Preheat your oven to 300°F (149°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick and bakes evenly.
  2. Prepare Prunes. Simmer the prunes in water for 8 minutes until they soften. After simmering, drain and mash them thoroughly to be incorporated smoothly into the batter.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and canola oil until fully combined and slightly fluffy for a good cake texture.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, nutmeg, allspice, and cinnamon to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agent.
  5. Blend Dry and Wet Mixtures. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the wet egg mixture, stirring gently after each addition until just combined. Then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  6. Fold in Prunes. Carefully fold the mashed prunes into the cake batter, ensuring they are evenly incorporated without overmixing.
  7. Bake the Cake. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Prepare Icing. While the cake is baking, combine all icing ingredients—sugar, buttermilk, baking soda, white corn syrup, butter, and vanilla—in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for 5 to 7 minutes without stirring, allowing it to thicken and develop a smooth texture.
  9. Ice the Cake. As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, pour the warm icing evenly over the hot cake so it seeps in beautifully. Let the cake cool slightly before serving to allow the icing to set.

Notes

  • Make sure to simmer the prunes properly so they mash easily and integrate smoothly into the batter.
  • Preheating and properly greasing the pan helps prevent sticking and ensures even baking.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the prunes are added to keep the cake tender.
  • Pour the icing while the cake is very warm to allow good absorption and a shiny finish.
  • If buttermilk is unavailable, you can substitute by adding 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

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