MARASCHINO PARTY CAKE

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This is a recipe from Reminisce Magazine that caught my eye. I didn't see this particular cake here, so I'm posting it. Can't wait to try it! Note: On the recipe it recommends using a stand mixer after the frosting reaches 160F.

Provided by Recipe Junkie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup shortening
1 1/3 cups sugar
4 egg whites
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
16 maraschino cherries, chopped
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 egg whites
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
additional maraschino cherry (optional)

Steps:

  • In large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar.
  • Add egg whites and cherry juice.
  • Mix well.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Add to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk.
  • Stir in cherries and nuts.
  • Place the batter in two greased and floured 9" round baking pans.
  • Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For frosting, combine the sugar, egg whites, water, corn syrup and cream of tartar in heavy saucepan over low heat or double boiler over simmering water.
  • With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute.
  • Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160 F, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Pour into mixing bowl.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Beat on high until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes.
  • Spread between the layers and over top and sides of cake.
  • Garnish with cherries if desired.

jean McAdam
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I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Karl House
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This is the best maraschino party cake recipe I've ever tried.


Joseph Ganz
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I'm going to make this cake for my next party.


Leykun Amha
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This cake looks delicious!


Minhas Afridi
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Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Lisakhanya Jakuja
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Ayitso Ndakalu
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This cake is perfect for any occasion.


Busa Thwala
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I would definitely make this cake again.


Rick Rhymes
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Overall, I thought this was a good cake recipe. It was easy to make and it tasted good.


Samana Khan
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I thought the cake was a little dry, but the frosting helped to make up for it.


Sadia Irtaza
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The frosting was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Benedict Okwufulueze
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfect.


Dr Mufti Abu bakkar Shereen Ghazi
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This cake is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.


Montyz Kim
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I couldn't find maraschino cherries so I used chopped strawberries instead. It was still delicious!


Adrian Cox
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The maraschino cherries were a great addition to this cake. They added a nice pop of color and flavor.


A'aliyah Farmer
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Atif Ali Official
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This cake was a huge hit at my party! It was so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness.


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