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
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.
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