Watermelon Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A vibrant and nostalgic treat resembling a watermelon, this cake features tender layers flavored with vanilla and accented by raisins. Perfect for summer celebrations or vintage-themed gatherings, it combines classic baking with a playful presentation that delights both the eyes and the palate.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup real butter
  • 1/2 cup real butter
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare your cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, double-acting baking powder, and sugar.
  3. Add the butter, milk, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
  6. Add the raisins and mix evenly.
  7. Divide the batter into prepared pans and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool before assembling and decorating.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

698 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 25.8g 52% DV
Total Fat 28.1g 36% DV
Carbs 74.9g 27% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 32.4g 65% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 3061.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 661.3mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 76.5mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 13.5mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1615mg 100% DV
Iron 6.1mg 34% DV

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

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