
A historical dessert from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). When using the whites of eggs for nice cakes, the yolks need not be wasted; keep them in a cool place and scramble them. Serve on toast or with chipped beef.
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Stir the sugar and butter to a cream
Add the milk and flavoring, part of the flour
Add the beaten whites of eggs
Add the rest of the flour
Bake carefully in tins lined with buttered white paper
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
This classic white cake relies on beaten egg whites for structure and lift, creating a delicate, fine crumb. Creaming butter and sugar first incorporates air bubbles that expand during baking, while the gradual addition of flour in two stages prevents overmixing and gluten overdevelopment. The high ratio of egg whites to fat produces the characteristic pale color and tender texture, as egg white proteins coagulate during baking to set the cake's structure without the tenderizing effect of egg yolks.
The cake layers can be baked up to 2 days ahead, 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 wrapped cakes at room temperature for 2-3 hours before frosting.
Store unfrosted cake wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. If frosted with buttercream, 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 layers can be baked up to 2 days ahead, 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 wrapped cakes at room temperature for 2-3 hours before frosting.
Store unfrosted cake wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. If frosted with buttercream, 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.