I am not sure where Mom got this recipe or why it is called a dandy cake. It is possible that the name derives from Dundee cake, which is a Scottish fruitcake traditionally made with orange marmalade made by Keillers of Dundee. This cake is meant to be served warm. In addition to being a delicious dessert, it could serve as a delicious breakfast coffee cake.
The cake portion is a very simple cake using standard pantry ingredients. When I made this recipe, I used cherry jam (as suggested by Mom's recipe) and sliced almonds. But many other fruit and nut combinations would be delicious. Next time I make this cake, I might try raspberry jam with hazelnuts.
Jam Dandy Cake
- 1 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped nits
- 2/3 cup jam
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, butter, and milk. Beat for 50 strokes with a fork. Pour into a greased 9-inch square pan. Sprinkle top with brown sugar and nuts. Then dot with jam. Bake at 375 for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve warm. Enjoy!
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