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Delmonico Cake
A historical dessert from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Put together with any desired frosting
A historical dessert from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Put together with any desired frosting
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
bake in layers and put together with any desired frosting
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
The combination of sour milk and baking soda creates a chemical leavening reaction that produces carbon dioxide, while the baking powder provides additional lift through a double-acting process. The acidity in the sour milk tenderizes the gluten structure and enhances the cake's moisture retention. Creaming butter and sugar incorporates air pockets that expand during baking, and the chopped prunes add moisture while their natural pectin helps maintain a tender crumb structure.
The cake layers can be baked up to 2 days ahead, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, and stored at room temperature. The prunes can be cooked and chopped up to 1 week ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. For longer storage, wrap unfrosted cake layers in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before frosting.
Store frosted cake in an airtight container or covered with a cake dome at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days if using a perishable frosting (like cream cheese or buttercream with dairy). Bring refrigerated cake to room temperature 30 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.
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The cake layers can be baked up to 2 days ahead, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, and stored at room temperature. The prunes can be cooked and chopped up to 1 week ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. For longer storage, wrap unfrosted cake layers in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before frosting.
Store frosted cake in an airtight container or covered with a cake dome at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days if using a perishable frosting (like cream cheese or buttercream with dairy). Bring refrigerated cake to room temperature 30 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.
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