Traditional Election Cake

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patti

subheading: For the cake:

2 /3 cup warm water

1 packet dry activated yeast

1 pinch granulated sugar

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon ground ginger

¼ teaspoon nutmeg

2 teaspoons cinnamon

¼ teaspoon mace (can substitute allspice)

2 stick unsalted butter, room temperature

2 eggs, beaten

2 cups brown sugar, packed

1 cup buttermilk

2 tablespoons vanilla

1 cup raisins

¼ cup other dried fruit (cherries, figs, or blueberries are all ideal)

subheading: For the glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

1 tablespoon brandy or whisky (or use ½ tablespoon rum extract mixed with ½ tablespoon water)

1 teaspoon water

1/ 2 teaspoon vanilla

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