One Egg Cake

Prep: 15 min Cuisine: American

One Egg Cake is a simple, moist dessert perfect for any occasion. Its delicate flavor is enhanced by vanilla and a light sweetness, making it suitable for both casual gatherings and special celebrations. The cake's tender crumb and classic taste appeal to all ages and baking skill levels.

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Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Instructions

  1. Cream the shortening and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the unbeaten egg and vanilla; beat well to combine.
  3. Sift the flour to aerate it.
  4. Sift the flour with baking powder and salt, then gradually add to the creamed mixture.
  5. Alternate adding the flour mixture with milk, mixing until smooth after each addition.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

523 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 55.8g 20% DV
Fiber 1.8g 7% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12414.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 267.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 1544.5mg 100% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV

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

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