Syrup cake is very simple to make, but the flavor of the cane syrup really makes this special. It has long been a favorite cake, especially during the sugarcane season.

Gateau de sirop

• Makes 1 cake to serve about 6
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup Steen’s 100% Pure Cane Syrup
• 1/3 cup boiling water
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Sift the dry ingredients into a large bowl. Blend the shortening and sugar in another bowl. Add the syrup and boiling water and stir to blend. Add the egg, then the dry ingredients, a little at a time, beating until smooth. Pour the batter into a greased 5x8-inch loaf pan and bake for 35 to 45 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes. Turn out onto a rack. Slice and serve warm.