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Club Cake
A historical dessert from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900).
A historical dessert from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Mix ingredients and flavor with rose or almond
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
This historical white cake relies on cornstarch to create an exceptionally tender crumb by diluting the gluten-forming proteins in flour. The high ratio of egg whites to flour provides structure and lift while keeping the cake snow-white, while the equal parts butter and sugar creamed together create air pockets that expand during baking. The generous amount of fat (one cup butter plus fat from egg whites) coats flour proteins, further inhibiting gluten development for a delicate, fine-textured cake.
The cake can be baked up to 2 days ahead, cooled completely, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, and stored at room temperature. For longer storage, wrap in plastic and then aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 2-3 hours before frosting or serving.
Store unfrosted cake wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. If frosted, store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature 1 hour before serving for best texture and flavor.
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The cake can be baked up to 2 days ahead, cooled completely, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, and stored at room temperature. For longer storage, wrap in plastic and then aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 2-3 hours before frosting or serving.
Store unfrosted cake wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. If frosted, store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature 1 hour before serving for best texture and flavor.
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