Best 4 Abraham Lincolns Favorite French Almond Cake Recipes

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Have you ever wondered what Abraham Lincoln's favorite dessert was? If you're a history buff or simply a foodie, you might be surprised to learn that the 16th President of the United States was a big fan of French Almond Cake. This classic dessert, also known as Gateau d'Amandes, is believed to have been a favorite of Lincoln's during his time in the White House. With its delicate almond flavor, moist texture, and elegant appearance, it's no wonder this cake captured the heart of one of America's most iconic presidents. So, let's embark on a culinary journey through time to explore the history and recipe of this delightful dessert, fit for a president.

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ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S FAVORITE CAKE



Abraham Lincoln's Favorite Cake image

The President's own White House Cookbook by Jones. this is a great cake i ground a cup of almonds in food processor and used 11/2 cups egg beaters egg whites (ACTUALLY IT was closer to 2 cups )this is a moist really good tasting cake and used the 1/4 c flaked almonds on top

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 10 inch tube cake

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 large egg whites
2 cups sugar, divided
1 1/4 cups blanched almonds, toasted
1 cup butter
3 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites until frothy.
  • Add 1 cup sugar gradually until egg whites are stiff peaks.
  • Finely chop almonds.
  • Cream the butter and remaining 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
  • Add vanilla extract and almond extract to buttermilk.
  • Combine nuts with flour mixture.
  • Add wet to dry by thirds.
  • Fold beaten egg whites into batter.
  • Place greased wax paper in tube pan.( i didnt do this but i wasnt flipping it out either ).
  • Turn batter into a 10-inch tube pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour or until cake tests done.
  • Frost with boiled icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5848.2, Fat 285.5, SaturatedFat 125.7, Cholesterol 497.9, Sodium 5668.3, Carbohydrate 737.9, Fiber 28.1, Sugar 423.2, Protein 109.2

ABRAHAM LINCOLNS FAVORITE FRENCH ALMOND CAKE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Abraham Lincolns Favorite French Almond Cake Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by DeBruynC1

Number Of Ingredients 6

4large4 large eggs, separated
11⁄2 cup granulated sugar, pulverized
33⁄4 tsp pure almond extract
11⁄4 tsp pure lemon extract
3oz3 oz blanched slivered almonds, finely crushed or chopped into 1⁄16-inch pieces
11⁄4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour, sifted 3 times

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. In a deep, large (3-quart) bowl beat egg whites until they stand in stiff peaks, then set aside. 3. In a second large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat egg yolks until they are thick and have turned into a light yellow color. This could take as long as 5 minutes. 4. With the mixer running, begin adding the sugar about a tablespoon at a time. Continue beating until the sugar is fully incorporated and the batter is thick. 5. Stir in the almond and lemon extracts and then the almonds. 6. Stir in the flour. 7. With a flexible rubber spatula, fold about one-third of the beaten egg whites into the egg yolk batter to lighten it up. Then gently fold this lightened batter into the remaining egg whites. 8. Pour the batter into an ungreased tube pan. 9. Bake until the cake is firm and lightly browned on top, about 25 to 30 minutes. 10. Invert the pan over a bottle to cool completely before removing the cake from the pan.

ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S " BEST CAKE I EVER TASTED" - A WHITE



Abraham Lincoln's

This is Mary Todd Lincoln's recipe for vanilla almond cake - 150 years ago! --with a classic 7-minute frosting.

Provided by carrie sheridan

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 cake, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 3/4 cups sifted cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/3 cups milk
1 cup almonds, finely chopped
6 egg whites, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 dash salt
2 egg whites, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Beat the 6 eggs whites until stiffly beaten.
  • Cream together the softened butter, sugar and vanilla.
  • Sift together the cake flour and baking powder.
  • Add flour mixture alternately with milk to the creamed butter and sugar.
  • Stir in the finely chopped almonds.
  • Gently fold in the egg whites.
  • Pour into 2 greased and floured 9-inch cake pans.
  • Bake at 375° for 28-30 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes and remove from pans.
  • Frost with White Frosting.
  • WHITE FROSTING: In a saucepan combine 1 cup sugar and 1/3 cup water and 1/4 tsp cream of tartar and dash of salt.
  • Bring mixture to boiling, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  • Place 2 egg whites in a mixing bowl and very slowly pour the hot sugar syrup over, beating CONSTANTLY with a mixer until stiff peaks form - this takes about 7 minutes. Beat in vanilla and frost cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612.4, Fat 27.3, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 53.4, Sodium 290.1, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 51.1, Protein 10.3

MARY TODD LINCOLN'S VANILLA ALMOND CAKE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Mary Todd Lincoln's Vanilla Almond Cake Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by MJH

Number Of Ingredients 16

Minute Frosting:
1 cup almonds
1 cup butter
1-1/2 cups sugar
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1-1/3 cups milk
6 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar
1 1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1 dash salt
2 egg whites
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375F. Grease and flour two 9 inch round layer cake pans or one Bundt cake pan. Use a food processor to grind the almonds into a course flour. Cream the butter and sugar to mix them until fluffy. Sift the flour and baking powder to mix them together, then fold the dry flour mix into the creamed butter and sugar, alternating with milk, until well blended. S tir in the almond powder and mix thoroughly. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. Add a pinch of salt for easier stiffening. Add vanilla extract. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter with a rubber spatula. Pour the batter into the pan(s) and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool for at least 15 minutes before flipping the cake out out of the pan, and allow it to completely cool before serving. If a layer cake was made, use a jam for filling. Sift confectioners sugar on top for decoration. Or top with Seven Minute Frosting-Recipe as follows: Combine first four ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil, then stir until the sugar dissolves. Place two egg whites in a mixing bowl and slowly pour the hot syrup over them, beating constantly for about seven minutes until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla extract.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder together before adding it to the batter.
  • Fold in the almond flour and chopped almonds gently.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.

Conclusion:

Abraham Lincoln's favorite French Almond Cake is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and tender crumb, delicate almond flavor, and rich buttercream frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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