Green Tomato Cake

Green Tomato Cake
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  • COOK TIME
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  • TOTAL TIME
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  • SERVING
    24 People
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Transform the unexpected bounty of late-season green tomatoes into a surprisingly delightful and moist spice cake. A unique twist on traditional baking, perfect for using up those unripe tomatoes before the frost arrives. Dust with powdered sugar or adorn with your favorite caramel or cream cheese frosting for an extra touch of indulgence.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    29 g
  • Cholesterol
    26 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    405 mg
  • Sugar
    20 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, toss the chopped green tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of kosher salt. Let stand for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Transfer the tomatoes to a colander, rinse thoroughly with cold water, and drain well, pressing out any remaining liquid. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, until the mixture is smooth and creamy. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins If using, gently fold the plumped raisins and toasted walnuts into the dry mixture. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough will be thick. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Gently fold in the drained green tomatoes until evenly distributed throughout the batter. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Pour the batter into the prepared 9x13 inch pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 45 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. (40-45 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

For a deeper flavor, consider browning the butter before creaming it with the sugar.
To plump raisins, soak in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain well.
To toast walnuts, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350F for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant.
For an extra moist cake, add 1/4 cup of applesauce to the batter.
Store the cooled cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 280 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Name Beer

    I added a cream cheese frosting and it was a hit! Definitely making this again.

  • Denis Herzog

    I used pecans instead of walnuts and it was just as good! A great recipe for experimenting with.

  • Adrian Wilkinson

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow. My cake turned out perfectly.

  • Tod Kling

    This recipe saved my garden! I had so many green tomatoes and didn't know what to do with them. The cake is delicious.

  • Delaney Murray

    I was skeptical, but this cake is amazing! The green tomatoes add a subtle tang that's really unique.

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