Aunt Mary'S Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Cuisine: American

A moist, buttery cake with sweet vanilla or bright orange zest, ideal for family gatherings or dessert tables, delivering a fragrant, tender crumb that satisfies sweet cravings.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 lb butter
  • 2 c sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 c milk or orange juice
  • 2 1/2 c flour
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla or 1 tsp orange rind

Instructions

  1. Cream butter until smooth, then gradually add sugar.
  2. Incorporate the slightly beaten egg yolks.
  3. Alternately fold in milk or orange juice and sifted flour mixed with baking powder, ensuring a smooth batter.
  4. Stir in vanilla or orange rind, then fold in beaten egg whites gently to preserve volume.
  5. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and springy.
  6. Cool and optionally ice with vanilla or orange icing before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

695 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.1g 26% DV
Total Fat 42.9g 55% DV
Carbs 53.3g 19% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 14.8g 30% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2772mg 100% DV
Potassium 260mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 653.3mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 167.8mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 12.9mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 3mcg 15% DV
Calcium 1656.3mg 100% DV
Iron 8mg 44% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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