There are some vintage recipes that we are all too happy to leave in the past (Savory jello salad? No thank you!), but there are also plenty of other old-timey recipes that are too tasty to be forgotten. This War-Time Cake falls into the later category for us, and once you taste it, you’re sure to agree. During times of rationing, families had to get creative with recipes that could be made without ingredients like eggs and milk that weren’t as readily available. With the egg shortages going on recently, this cake seemed like the perfect recipe to bring back!

The recipe starts out by boiling a mixture of water, brown sugar, raisins, and butter to really plump up those raisins and spread their flavor throughout the cake. After boiling, allow that mixture to cool while you start on the dry ingredients. Here, you’ll find baking staples and plenty of warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. All that flavor paired with the juicy raisins is absolutely divine.

The scent that fills the kitchen as it bakes is nothing short of heavenly and sure has a nostalgic quality to it. This War-Time Cake is proof that a little can go a long way with the right care and a good recipe. Whether you’re baking for nostalgia sake or just looking for a simple, no-fuss dessert, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. After all, great recipes stand the test of time—and this one has certainly earned its place in history.