Country Style Blackberry Jam Cake
A nostalgic, moist spice cake infused with seedless blackberry jam and warm autumnal spices, finished with a velvet-smooth caramel icing. This heritage recipe is a staple of Southern hospitality, offering a rich, dense crumb that stays fresh for days.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened at room temperature
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup seedless blackberry jam high quality
- 1 cup buttermilk full fat preferred
- 3 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp ground cloves
- 0.5 tsp ground allspice
- 1 cup walnuts finely chopped
- 1 cup raisins optional, soaked in warm water then drained
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to a week. This cake actually tastes better the second day as the spices and jam flavors meld. For a traditional touch, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a warm caramel glaze.