These Homemade Sailor Jacks are a nostalgic, spice-filled treat that sit somewhere between a muffin and a dense spice cake. With a warm, aromatic blend of spices—including a subtle kick from white pepper—and a rich molasses base, they’re irresistibly comforting and full of character.
Homemade Sailor Jacks
Ingredients
For the Cakes
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | 1 ½ tsp |
| Baking soda | ½ tsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Cocoa powder | ⅓ cup |
| Cinnamon | 1 ½ tbsp |
| Cloves | 1 tsp |
| Nutmeg | ½ tsp |
| Allspice | 2 tsp |
| Ginger | 1 tsp |
| White pepper | ½ tsp |
| Unsalted butter, softened | ½ cup |
| Brown sugar | 1 ¼ cups |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Buttermilk | 2/3 cup |
| Molasses | ½ cup |
| Hot water | 1 cup |
| Raisins | 1 cup |
For the Icing
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Powdered sugar | 2 cups |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Water | 2/3 tbsp |
