**Cajun Syrup Cake (Gâteau de Sirop): A Sweet Treat Steeped in Louisiana History**
In the heart of Cajun country, where the bayous flow and the music sways, there lies a culinary treasure that embodies the spirit of Louisiana: the Cajun Syrup Cake. Known locally as Gâteau de Sirop, this delectable cake has been passed down through generations, its recipe whispered from grandmother to granddaughter, each family adding their own unique twist. With its moist, tender crumb and a luscious caramel-like syrup that seeps into every bite, the Cajun Syrup Cake is a true testament to the rich heritage and culinary prowess of the Cajun people. This article presents a collection of cherished recipes, each offering a slightly different take on this beloved dessert. From the classic recipe that stays true to tradition to delightful variations that incorporate modern flavors, these recipes cater to every palate, ensuring that the legacy of the Cajun Syrup Cake lives on for generations to come.
GATEAU DE SIROP - SYRUP CAKE
In Southwest Louisiana, cane syrup is very popular and is used often in baking or cooking! The flavor of Syrup Cake intensifies once it has been refrigerated in a closed container and can be kept for weeks in your refrigerator. Syrup Cake is enjoyable anytime, especially with a cold glass of milk!!!
Provided by Veronica Hebert
Categories Cakes & Candy
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine sugar and shortening in a medium mixing bowl, creaming well. Add eggs; mix well. Add syrup and milk; mix until smooth. Finally add the dry ingredients; mixing until well blended. Pour batter into a well-greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes or until done.
LOUISIANA SYRUP CAKE
A Creole cake, also known as gateau au sirop. Recommended to use Steen's pure cane syrup, made the traditional way in Abbeville, Louisiana since 1911. Recipe from Southern Cakes, Nancie McDermott. Cake:
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the cake: preheat oven to 350°; grease and flour a 9-inch square or round cake pan.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt; stir with a fork to mix well.
- In a big bowl, combine the vegetable oil, cane syrup, and egg; stir with a fork or whisk to combine well.
- Add about 1/3 or the flour mixture to the syrup mixture and then stir gently, just until the flour disappears.
- Add the baking soda to the hot water, and then stir about half the water into the batter.
- Stir another 1/3 of the flour mixture, then the remaining water, and finally the remaining flour, stirring gently each time just to mix everything well.
- Quickly pour the batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched gently in the center, and is beginning to pull away from the sides of the pan.
- Make the frosting: In a bowl, beat the butter until light and fluffy; add in half the powdered sugar, the vanilla, and salt; beat with a mixer at medium speed until smooth.
- Add the remaining powdered sugar and the cane syrup, and beat until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the bowl and mix well.
- To complete: if cake is round, cool the cake in the pan on a rack, for 10 minutes, turn it out of the pan, and place it, top side up, on a wire rack to cool completely; place cooled cake on a serving plate or cake stand, top side down, and spread the frosting over it generously, covering the top and sides.
- If it is square, spread the icing over the cooled cake right in the pan, and cut into squares to serve; serve warm, right from the pan.
CAJUN SYRUP CAKE (GÂTEAU DE SIROP)
This is being entered for ZWT II & my source is gumbopages.com. The intro says: "This one's a classic, made from rich, dark Louisana cane syrup, like that made by Steen's Syrup Mill (my brand of choice). It's about as Cajun as it gets. Serve w/a drizzle of cane syrup if you like + some sweetened whipped cream."
Provided by twissis
Categories Cajun
Time 45m
Yield 10 Wedges, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine dry ingredients.
- Then in a mixing bowl add milk, eggs 1 at a time, shortening & cane syrup.
- Beat gently only till all ingredients are mixed together (do not overbeat!).
- Pour batter into bundt pan, tube pan or deep cake pan & bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.5, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 44.1, Sodium 297, Carbohydrate 53.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 29.3, Protein 5.1
GâTEAU DE SIROP (SYRUP CAKE)
Jessica B. Harris on how this Louisiana specialty lets an iconic Southern ingredient shine.
Provided by Jessica B. Harris
Time 1h55m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch round (or 9-inch square) baking pan with butter, and dust with flour.
- Whisk together egg, cane syrup, and oil in a medium bowl until well blended. Whisk together hot water and baking soda in a small bowl. Whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves in a second medium bowl. Stir flour mixture into syrup mixture, alternating with water mixture, stirring until just combined after each addition, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
- Pour into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven until a wooden pick inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool completely in pan, about 1 hour. Remove from pan; dust with powdered sugar. If desired, top with sweetened whipped cream and drizzle with additional cane syrup.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cake will be. Look for fresh, ripe fruit and vegetables, and use high-quality flour, sugar, and butter.
- Follow the recipe carefully: Don't skip any steps or ingredients, and make sure you measure everything accurately. Baking is a science, and even small changes can affect the outcome.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
With a little planning and effort, you can make delicious Cajun syrup cake at home. Just follow these tips and you'll be sure to impress your friends and family with your baking skills. So what are you waiting for? Start baking today!
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