Best 3 Mace Cake Recipes

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The mouth-watering mace cake, a traditional delicacy, has been relished by people for centuries. Its unique flavor and texture have made it a favorite among both expert bakers and home cooks alike. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting out, finding the perfect mace cake recipe can be a delightful adventure. With a plethora of variations and techniques, there is a mace cake recipe out there that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Let's embark on a journey to explore the best mace cake recipes and uncover the secrets to creating this timeless classic.

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MRS. MORRISON'S MACE CAKE



Mrs. Morrison's Mace Cake image

According to John Shields, Mrs. Morrison was the housekeeper at an Episcopal Church in Baltimore for many years and made this cake a staple at generations of church events. If you want to sweeten/fancy it up, add whipped cream or ice cream and strawberries. I think it's quite nice just as it is.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup milk
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 extra large eggs, beaten
2 1/2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground mace
1/2 teaspoon ground mace

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Butter and flour a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  • Combine the milk and butter in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Beat together the eggs and 2 cups of sugar.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder and one tablespoon of mace.
  • Mix the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
  • Add the milk and butter mixture while still hot to the flour/egg mixture and mix very well, beating until all ingredients are incorporated and mixture is fluffy.
  • Pour into prepared baking pan.
  • Mix remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon mace together and sprinkle mixture evenly over top of batter.
  • Bake for 25 to 35 minutes or until a tester comes out clean.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • Serve warm.
  • Note: The cake may also be baked in a 10 inch tube pan at 325° F for one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.8, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 157.5, Sodium 294.5, Carbohydrate 88.7, Fiber 1, Sugar 62.8, Protein 8.1

MACE CAKE



Mace Cake image

Categories     Cake     Mixer     Dessert     Bake     Spice     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 to 12 (dessert) servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large eggs
2 1/2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon ground mace
1 cup whole milk
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
Accompaniment: lightly sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour a 13- by 9-inch baking pan, knocking out excess flour.
  • Beat eggs with 2 cups sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer at high speed until tripled in volume and thick enough to form a ribbon that takes 2 seconds to dissolve into batter when beater is lifted, 7 to 8 minutes in a stand mixer or 14 to 16 with a handheld.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon mace.
  • Bring milk and butter to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, then remove from heat.
  • Add flour mixture to egg mixture, stirring until just combined. Stir in hot milk mixture until combined (batter will be thin).
  • Stir together remaining 1/2 cup sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon mace in a small bowl.
  • Pour batter into baking pan and sprinkle evenly with mace sugar. (Sugar will form a crust as cake bakes.) Bake until pale golden and a wooden pick or skewer inserted in center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Cool cake in pan on a rack until warm, at least 30 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

OLD AIKEN POUND CAKE



Old Aiken Pound Cake image

My mother's favorite cake to make for friends and neighbors....and she must have made at least 200+ in her lifetime! The mace gives it a little different flavor from most pound cakes, but that's the flavor I associate with childhood! This recipe originated in Aiken, SC, or so the story goes. This cake freezes well.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Potluck

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 bundt cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup shortening (Crisco)
3 cups granulated sugar
5 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground mace
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Spray heavy-duty bundt or tube pan with Baker's Secret or grease and flour it.
  • In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, mace, and salt, and set aside.
  • Add vanilla to milk, and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • To shortening/butter mixture, alternately add 1/3 flour mixture and 1/3 milk mixture, mixing between additions.
  • Repeat until all flour and milk are incorporated into batter.
  • Pour batter into prepared baking pan.
  • Place cake in COLD oven.
  • Turn oven to 350 degrees and bake for 1 hour 10 minutes.
  • Do NOT open oven door while cake is baking.
  • After the 70 minutes cooking time, test cake for doneness, as oven temperatures vary.
  • Cake should be golden brown on top, and a toothpick inserted in center of cake should come out clean.
  • After cake is partially cooled, remove from pan.
  • VARIATION: Substitute rum or brandy flavoring for the vanilla.
  • If desired, make a glaze of powdered sugar and water or lemon juice and pour over cooled cake.

Tips:

  • For a tender and moist cake, use a combination of all-purpose flour and cake flour.
  • Creaming together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy is essential for a successful cake. This process incorporates air into the batter, resulting in a lighter texture.
  • Gradually add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Stir in the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with milk. This will help to prevent the batter from becoming too dense.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can toughen the cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake rises evenly.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

With its warm spices, moist texture, and delicious flavor, mace cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a special treat for a holiday gathering or a simple dessert to enjoy with your family, mace cake is sure to please everyone. So next time you are in the mood for a sweet and satisfying treat, give mace cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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