Victory Cake Recipe 🎂
Description: This delightful Victory Cake recipe holds a special place in history, originating from the handwritten cookbook of my husband’s grandmother, crafted during the challenging war years. It’s a testament to resourcefulness and creativity during times of scarcity.
Category: Dessert 🍰
Keywords: < 60 Mins, Oven 🕒🔥
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 414.7
- Fat: 15.6g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2g
- Cholesterol: 81.5mg
- Sodium: 258.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 64.4g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 11.7g
- Protein: 6g
Servings:
- Recipe Yield: 1 Two-layer cake
- Recipe Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shortening | 1/2 cup |
| White corn syrup | 2 tablespoons |
| Cake flour | 1 cup |
| Baking powder | 2 1/4 teaspoons |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Milk | 1/2 cup |
| Orange rind (grated) | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Lemon extract (or other flavoring) | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
Instructions:
-
Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
-
Cream Shortening: In a mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and grated orange rind until light and fluffy.
-
Blend Syrup: Gradually beat in the white corn syrup, blending for about a minute until well combined.
-
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add 1/4 of the cake flour, baking powder, and salt mixture, mixing until just combined.
-
Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
-
Alternate Additions: Gradually add the remaining cake flour mixture and milk alternately, mixing well after each addition. Also, add in the lemon extract or preferred flavoring at this stage.
-
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
-
Cool and Frost: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Once cooled, frost the cakes with your favorite lemon frosting for a delightful finish.
Enjoy your Victory Cake!
Serve up this nostalgic treat and savor the flavors of history with every delicious bite. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to bring joy and sweetness to your day! 🎉🍰