Best 2 Tennessee Stack Cake Recipes

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An icon of Southern cuisine, Tennessee stack cake, is a sky-high, lusciously layered cake that demands attention. A celebration in every bite, it boasts towering tiers of tender, moist yellow cake interspersed with creamy, custardy filling and crowned with a silky, chocolate ganache. With its crowd-pleasing combination of textures and flavors, it's no wonder this classic dessert has been gracing tables across the Volunteer State and beyond for generations. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of crafting the ultimate Tennessee stack cake, ensuring that every slice is a moment of pure indulgence.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TENNESSEE STACK CAKE



Tennessee Stack Cake image

This is a lightly spiced stack cake that uses dried apples, though the apples are not spiced.

Provided by dcbeck46

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups dried apples
2 ⅔ cups water
½ cup white sugar
½ cup shortening
1 ¼ cups white sugar
⅝ cup buttermilk
¾ teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¾ teaspoons ground ginger
3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup dried apple slices for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups of dried apples and water. Bring to a boil, and let simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes, or until apples are very soft. Mash the apples slightly, and stir in the sugar. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and 1 1/4 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the buttermilk, baking soda, baking powder, salt and ginger. Mix in the flour about 1 cup at a time to form a stiff dough. Divide dough into 5 equal portions. Pat each portion of the dough into a 9 inch circle on greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 6 to 8 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden. Carefully remove layers to a cooling rack.
  • Stack the layers onto a serving plate, spreading about 3/4 cup of the apple filling between each layer. Spread the rest of the filling over the top layer, and arrange dried apple slices on top for garnish. Let stand overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 218.5 mg, Sugar 41.4 g

TENNESSEE MOUNTAINS STACK CAKE



Tennessee Mountains Stack Cake image

This is a popular recipe around here.The layers stack on top of each other to make one cake.My grandmother use to put dried,cooked apples between the layers.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
3 eggs
4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar well.
  • Add molasses,scraping cup to get it all out.
  • Add eggs,one at a time,beating well after each addition.
  • Sift dry ingredients together and add alternately with milk.
  • Spoon batter into six greased and floured round cake pans,spreading batter about 1/3 inch thick in each pan.
  • Bake about 15 mintues in 350 oven.
  • When cool,put thick applesauce between the layers,and stack them up and sprinkle the top with powdered sugar.

Tips:

  • Use quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cake will be. Use fresh butter, eggs, and milk, and high-quality flour and sugar.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, which will make the cake light and airy.
  • Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Fold in the flour and baking powder gently: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake rises evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Be patient: Making a Tennessee stack cake takes time and effort, but it's worth it!

Conclusion:

The Tennessee stack cake is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its layers of tender cake, creamy frosting, and crunchy nuts, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give the Tennessee stack cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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