Mama's Cake: A Sweet Symphony of Flavors for Every Occasion
Indulge in the timeless classic, Mama's Cake, a culinary masterpiece passed down through generations. From the moist and fluffy sponge cake to the decadent frosting options, this customizable treat promises an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic vanilla cake with creamy vanilla frosting, a rich chocolate cake with luscious chocolate ganache, or a tangy lemon cake with refreshing lemon curd, Mama's Cake has a recipe for every palate. With its versatility and ease of preparation, this exceptional cake is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, potlucks, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with loved ones.
MAMA'S CARROT CAKE
Make and share this Mama's Carrot Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mebriella
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- CAKE:.
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Grease two 6-inch round pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, the cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, cloves, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Whisk together.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and eggs together with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until just combined.
- With the mixer running, gradually pour in the vegetable oil.
- With the mixer on medium-low speed, add ⅓ of the flour mixture at a time to the wet ingredients. Beat just to incorporate. Stop mixing when there is just a small amount of flour visible.
- Add grated carrots and pineapple to the batter and fold to incorporate with a rubber spatula.
- Divide the cake batter evenly in the prepared pans and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean. Cook longer if toothpick does not come out clean - it's done with toothpick comes out clean.
- 9. Cool the cake on a wire rack until the pans are cool to the touch. Remove the cake from the pan and let cool completely on the rack.
- ICING:.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter, cream cheese, and vanilla with an electric.
- hand mixer on medium-low speed. Once combined, mix on medium-high speed for 30 seconds, until light and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time, beating on medium-low speed to incorporate each addition.
- NOTE: You can separate out some of the icing and color them with orange and green to decorate with carrots.
- Ice cake once cake is cool.
- Gently press the walnuts into the icing around the side of the cake.
- Chill for 30-60 minutes to let the icing set, then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1281.4, Fat 105.2, SaturatedFat 36.6, Cholesterol 205.8, Sodium 777.6, Carbohydrate 76.6, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 47.2, Protein 17.1
MAMA'S SPICE CAKE
Whenever I get a craving for a tasty old-fashioned treat, I make this cake. Great cooks in my family have been baking it for generations, and their families have been enjoying the wonderful spice flavor and rich frosting. -Nancy Duty, Jacksonville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients; cook and stir over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; cool. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks; gradually stir in spice mixture. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to spice mixture until blended. Stir in pecans. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into the batter. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 325° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add vanilla and salt. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. To decorate, spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake, leaving cake slightly exposed on the sides. If desired, top with pecans, cinnamon sticks, fresh bay leaves, fresh rosemary sprigs and confectioners' sugar. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
MAMA CAKE
"My great-grandmother used to make this delicious pound cake on a weekly basis," writes Tonya Peele of Wake Forest, North Carolina. Makeover Mama Cake tastes just as good as the original! We think Tonya and her family will enjoy this recipe for years to come.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Grease a 10-in. fluted tube pan and lightly sprinkle with flour; set aside., In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the evaporated milk, water, extracts and food coloring if desired; add to the creamed mixture alternately with flour, beating well after each addition., Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cake.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake cooks evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature. The cake will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Mama's Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is a moist and flavorful cake that is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can make Mama's Cake that is perfect every time. So next time you are looking for a delicious cake to make, give Mama's Cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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