Ingredients

Wet ingredients:
1 apple, peeled and grated
2 C. raisins,
2 C. brewed coffee,
2 C. sugar
1/2 C. shortening

Dry ingredients:
2 C. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. each of nutmeg, all spice, cloves and cinnamon
1 C. pecans or walnuts

Directions

Simmer the wet ingredients for 10 minutes. Combine the dry ingredients. Remove the pot from stove and let cool for 10 minutes. Place dry ingredients in a bowl, pour in cooked mixture. Mix ingredients together until it forms into a cake batter. Pour into a well-greased 9 x 13 pan. Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees. To check if cake is done, place a toothpick in center.

Cooking Time

25  minutes