Celebrate the festive season with a taste of tradition through this Old-Time Christmas Pork Cake recipe. Sourced from my treasured collection of Newfoundland local cookbooks, this recipe represents a true culinary classic. With its roots deeply embedded in Newfoundland’s rich history, this cake embodies the hearty and flavorful essence of old-time holiday cooking.
Unlike conventional cakes, this pork cake brings a unique twist to your holiday table. Infused with a blend of spices, dried fruits, and tender pieces of pork, it creates a moist, flavorful cake that’s both satisfying and memorable. The addition of pork, a nod to traditional preservation methods, adds a distinctive depth to the cake’s taste, setting it apart from other festive treats.
Baking this Old-Time Christmas Pork Cake connects you to Newfoundland’s cultural heritage and historical recipes passed down through generations. It’s more than just a dessert; it’s a slice of Newfoundland’s past, perfect for sharing with family and friends. Embrace this time-honored tradition and let this cake become a cherished part of your holiday celebrations, bringing a touch of Newfoundland’s rich culinary history to your festive gatherings.
Christmas Old Time Pork Cake Recipe:
- 1 cup finely ground salt pork
- 1 cup hot strong coffee
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon each of allspice, nutmeg and cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 eggs, well beaten
- 2/3 cup molasses
- 3 cups sifted Flour
- 2 cups raisins
- 1 cup currants
- 2 cups mixed peel
Place pork in a bowl and pour hot coffee over it. Let stand until cold. Combine sugar, spices and soda; stir into pork mixture and then add well beaten eggs and molasses.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons flour over the fruit. Add remaining Hour to the pork mixture, stirring until well blended. Add the floured fruit.
Use a large 9-inch or 10-inch baking pan and line it with three layers of brown paper. Bake at 275@ F. for about 3 hours.
