Best 4 Mamas Snow Cake Recipes

Calling all dessert enthusiasts! Are you ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey in pursuit of the ultimate "Mama's Snow Cake" recipe? This classic Southern treat is renowned for its fluffy, snow-like texture and irresistible flavor that will transport you back to cherished memories of grandma's kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the culinary arts, this article will guide you through the steps to create a masterpiece that will be the star of your next gathering. Get ready to discover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of moistness, sweetness, and that ethereal, delicate texture that makes "Mama's Snow Cake" a beloved dessert for generations.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MAMA'S SNOW CAKE

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For a beautiful finish to a winter meal, I serve this "snow" cake. This dessert is so impressive its fluffy interior and its sweet exterior.-Jim Luker, Chesapeake, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup whole milk
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
ICING:
2 cups sugar
3 large egg whites
5 tablespoons melted snow (or water)
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks and extracts; beat well. Combine flour, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Add coconut and orange zest. In a small bowl, beat egg whites with remaining salt until stiff peaks form; gently fold into batter. Pour into three greased 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (if wood burning stove is used, start peeking after 25 minutes). Cool in pans for 10 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely. , For icing, combine sugar, egg whites, water and corn syrup in a heavy saucepan or double boiler. With a portable mixer, beat on low for 1 minute. Continue beating on low speed over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 8-10 minutes. Pour into a bowl; add vanilla. Beat on high until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with frosting and sprinkle with coconut. Repeat. Top with last layer. Frost top and sides of cake; sprinkle with coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MEMA'S SNOW ICE CREAM

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My husband's Mema used to make this for him and his sister when they were kids. Fortunately for our kids we've had a couple of really great snows here in Arkansas in the last week and have been able to make it again. We have used both low-fat and regular condensed milk with no affect on the taste.

Provided by Amanda Cheatham-Hurd

Categories Desserts Frozen Dessert Recipes 100+ Ice Cream Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 gallons clean fresh snow
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (such as Eagle Brand®)
1 cup 1% milk
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Pour snow into a large bowl.
Stir condensed milk, 1% milk, sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth. Pour milk mixture into snow, stirring until completely combined. Freeze for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 12.1 mg, Fat 3 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 70.2 mg, Sugar 35.5 g

MAMA CAKE

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"My great-grandmother used to make this delicious pound cake on a weekly basis," writes Tonya Peele of Wake Forest, North Carolina. Makeover Mama Cake tastes just as good as the original! We think Tonya and her family will enjoy this recipe for years to come.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon yellow food coloring, optional
3 cups self-rising flour

Steps:

Grease a 10-in. fluted tube pan and lightly sprinkle with flour; set aside., In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the evaporated milk, water, extracts and food coloring if desired; add to the creamed mixture alternately with flour, beating well after each addition., Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts :

MOMMA'S WINE CAKE

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This simple cake works perfectly during the holidays, on a buffet table or in a picnic basket! And you won't believe the aroma that comes from your oven during baking! The alcohol bakes off and leaves just the flavor. It's very moist and has been a favorite birthday request in our house for over 20 years!

Provided by Esther Nelson

Categories Desserts Cakes Cake Mix Cake Recipes Bundt Cake

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (18.25 ounce) package moist white cake mix
1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
¾ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup white wine
4 eggs

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 10 inch bundt pan.
In medium bowl combine the cake mix, instant vanilla pudding, nutmeg, vegetable oil, white wine, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer for 5 minutes.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cake cool on rack in pan for 10 minutes then remove cake from pan to rack. Let cake cool completely before slicing. Garnish sliced cake with a dollop of whipped cream or dust with confectioners' sugar and sliced strawberries.
Variation: You can also "flour" the pan after it's been greased with cocoa powder or a cinnamon sugar mixture for a textured crust. Simply fill a clean salt shaker for easy application. This will eliminate that "white stuff" on the outside of your baked cake which makes for a prettier cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 475 mg, Sugar 32.3 g

Tips:

Make sure to use cold unsalted butter for the cake batter. This will help to create a light and fluffy cake.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a tender cake.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together before adding them to the batter. This will help to ensure that the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to prevent the cake from sinking in the middle.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.

Conclusion:

Mama's Snow Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The light and fluffy cake is topped with a creamy frosting and a sprinkling of coconut. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.