Alice Medrich’s Tiger Cake

The Tiger Cake is a delightful dessert that combines two different batters to create a visually striking pattern resembling a tiger’s stripes. While there isn’t an extensive historical background for this cake, it has become a popular and eye-catching treat among baking enthusiasts.

Components:

1. Chocolate Batter:

   • Butter
   • Sugar
   • Eggs
   • All-purpose flour
   • Baking powder
   • Cocoa powder
   • Milk

2. Vanilla Batter:

   • Butter
   • Sugar
   • Eggs
   • All-purpose flour
   • Baking powder
   • Vanilla extract
   • Milk

Steps to Prepare Tiger Cake:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan.

2. Prepare the Chocolate Batter:

   • In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until well combined.

3. Prepare the Vanilla Batter:

   • In another mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
   • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
   • Stir in vanilla extract.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until well combined.

4. Create the Tiger Stripe Pattern:

   • Spoon alternating dollops of chocolate and vanilla batter into the prepared cake pan. You can use a toothpick or skewer to create swirls for a marbled effect.

5. Bake the Cake:

   • Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Cool and Serve:

   • Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Time Needed:

• The preparation and baking of the Tiger Cake typically take around 1.5 to 2 hours, including prep time and baking time.

Enjoy your Tiger Cake, known for its unique appearance and delicious combination of chocolate and vanilla flavors! It’s sure to impress with its tiger-striped design.

I’m sorry, but I don’t have access to specific nutrition facts and health information for Alice Medrich’s Tiger Cake, as it may vary depending on specific ingredients and portion sizes used in the recipe. To obtain accurate nutrition information, I would recommend using a nutrition calculator or consulting with a registered dietitian who can analyze the recipe and provide you with the details based on the specific ingredients and quantities you plan to use. They can take into account any dietary restrictions or health considerations you may have.