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Southern Cake Forever
Southern Cake Forever
When we talk about Southern-style cakes, many classics come to mind, each with their own unique charm and history. Here I’ll showcase a few Southern cakes and detail the most southern cake: Hummingbird Cake. Known for being moist, flavorful, and very cold, this bread is a staple at many Southern gatherings.
Southern Cakes:
Hummingbird Cake – Known for its moistness and delicious combination of bananas, pineapple, and spices, topped with cream cheese frosting.
Red Cake – A beautiful deep red cake with rich chocolate flavor, often paired with cream cheese or baked white icing.
Coconut Cake – A delicious, colorful cake topped with coconut.
Street Cake – A bourbon-infused cake filled with a mixture of raisins, hazelnuts and coconut.
Caramel Cake – Known for its yellow or white layers and deep caramelized glaze.
Answer: Hummingbird Cake
Ingredients:
For the cake:
3 cups flour
2 cups refined sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1//2 cups vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, raw
2 cups sliced bananas (about 3 bananas) . Grease and flour three 9-inch round pans.
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
Add the eggs and oil and mix until the dry ingredients are dry.
Add vanilla, pineapple, banana and 1 glass of walnuts and mix.
Distribute slices evenly in prepared pan.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out tender.
Cool in pan 10 minutes; Remove from oven and let cool completely on racks.
2. Prepare the cream:
Beat the cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until a smooth and creamy consistency.
Gradually add the icing sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Add
Vanilla extract.
3. Assembling the cake:
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Spread the cream between the lines, sides and top of the cake.
Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top.
4. Brand:
The cake can be served immediately or refrigerated so the flavors can blend well.
This Hummingbird Cake captures the essence of Southern cuisine with its rich flavors and delightful texture, making it the perfect dessert for celebrations and everyday indulgence. Enjoy baking and sharing these treats