Cavalier Cake
Cavalier Cake is a rich, chocolate-flavored dessert with a moist crumb, perfect for celebrations or special occasions, appealing to chocolate lovers and those seeking indulgence.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate morsels over hot water and set aside to cool.
- Sift together the plain flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Blend shortening and sugar until well combined.
- Beat in egg yolks, one at a time, with vanilla and melted chocolate.
- Stir in the flour mixture alternately with sweet milk.
- Beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry.
- Fold the beaten egg whites into the batter gently.
- Pour the batter evenly into two 9-inch cake pans.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50 to 55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool before frosting with your favorite homemade chocolate icing.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
523
kcal
26% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % 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).