INDIVIDUAL GRAPE AND VIN SANTO CAKES

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Individual Grape and Vin Santo Cakes image

Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Cake     Wine     Dessert     Grape     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2/3 cup Vin Santo or other sweet wine
1 1/4 cups seedless red grapes (7 ounces)
Equipment:
a jumbo/Texas muffin pan with 6 large (6-to 8-oz) cups (see cooks' note, below)
Garnish:
confectioners sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle. Generously butter muffin cups and dust with flour, knocking out excess.
  • Whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Beat butter with 2/3 cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in zest.
  • Add flour mixture in 2 batches alternately with wine, beginning and ending with flour and mixing until just incorporated.
  • Toss grapes with remaining tablespoon flour, then fold into batter.
  • Divide batter among muffin cups. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Bake until golden and springy to the touch, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool in pan 5 minutes, then loosen with a knife and remove. Cool to warm, 5 to 10 minutes more.

Afnan Daoud
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These grape and vin santo cakes are a true culinary delight. The flavors, textures, and presentation are all top-notch. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves a sweet and sophisticated dessert.


Aziz Shah
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I was pleasantly surprised at how affordable this recipe was. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and I didn't have to break the bank to make these delicious cakes.


Dk J
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The presentation of these cakes is absolutely stunning! I took the extra step of garnishing them with fresh grapes and a drizzle of vin santo glaze. They looked so elegant and were a real showstopper at my dinner party.


Samuel Zulu
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I'm always looking for quick and easy dessert recipes. These cakes were a lifesaver! They were so simple to make and I had them in the oven in no time. Plus, they're perfect for individual servings, which is great for portion control.


Abdul Ghani
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I love experimenting with different flavors and this recipe was the perfect opportunity. I added a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg to the batter and topped the cakes with a dollop of whipped cream infused with vin santo. The result was a delightful fusi


KUGONZA STEPHEN
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I was able to easily adapt it to be gluten-free by using gluten-free flour. The cakes came out perfectly and were enjoyed by everyone at my gluten-free potluck.


Sikandar Qadar
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While the cakes were delicious, I made a few adjustments to make them a bit healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour and reduced the amount of sugar by half. They were still just as tasty and satisfying.


Hamza Alhassan
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As a beginner baker, I found this recipe to be easy to follow and the cakes turned out amazing! The presentation was also quite impressive. I will definitely be making these again for my next dinner party.


Mugerwa Tonny Santos
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OMG, these cakes are heaven in a bite! The grape and vin santo combination is genius, resulting in a complex and sophisticated flavor profile. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Tashy Munroefiddler
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I followed the recipe to the letter and the cakes turned out beautifully. They were light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness. My guests raved about them!


Future Mulenga
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These individual grape and vin santo cakes were an absolute delight! The flavors of the sweet grapes and the rich vin santo wine complemented each other perfectly, creating a moist and flavorful cake with a hint of elegance.