DEWEY'S MORAVIAN SUGAR CAKE

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In Old Salem ,NC is Dewey's Bakery. Their sugar cake is world famous. Each Christmas I ship this wonderful treat to friends all over the US. Never met anyone who didn't adore it. One of these friends calls it her "Christmas Crack" This is the original Dewey's recipe.

Provided by SB61287

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 4 cakes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 egg
1/4 cup shortening
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons powdered milk
2 teaspoons mashed potatoes
1 1/2 cups bread flour
1/2 cup cake flour
3/4 cup water
4 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Step 1. Prepare mashed potatoes. Peel one medium potato, boil until soft. Drain and mash. (Set to the side.for use in the dough).
  • Step 2. Prepare the dough. Combine the egg, shortening, salt, milk, potatoes, and sugar in the bowl of a mixer, and mix with the paddle (or whisk attachment if using hand mixer). Mix for about 4 minutes to blend all ingredients. If you are using a standing mixer that has a dough hook attachment, change over to the dough hook and add the bread our and then the cake our. If you do not have a dough hook, just continue with your hand mixer. Mix the yeast with the water and add to the bowl with the other ingredients, and mix until combined.
  • At this point, if you are using a dough hook continue mixing on medium speed for about 7 minutes or until the dough is smooth and elastic. If you do not have a dough hook, then turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Step 3. Cover and let rise about 1 -1/2 hours until dough has doubled in size.
  • Step 4. Grease with shortening a 12 x 18 or 1/2 sheet cake pan with 2-inch sides. Punch dough down and roll out to approximately 12 x 18 rectangle shape on a at surface. Poke holes in the dough with either a docker or a fork, and then t the dough into the bottom of a pan. Fit dough tightly to the sides of the pan, but do not push the dough up the sides of the pan.
  • Step 5. Let the dough rest while you combine the butter, sugar and cinnamon in a pan on stove top. Bring it to a boil. Remove from heat. Poke small indentations with your fingers into the dough, making sure not to poke holes all the way through to the pan. Pour the warm butter sugar mixture over the top, spreading gently with a small spatula to ensure an even distribution. Let the dough rise again until doubled in height (approx 30-40 minutes).
  • Step 6. Bake in preheated 365 degree oven for 15-17 minutes. Sugar Cake should be lightly browned on the bottom. Note: Check after approx 10 minutes to make sure there is not a air bubble in the dough. If there is a bubble, simply burst the bubble and continue baking Cut into squares and serve warm.
  • Total time is approximately 4 hours to produce.

Lyes Teldja
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover sugar. I always have a lot of sugar left over from baking, and this is a great way to use it up.


Albert Mahlogonolo
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I made this cake for a bake sale, and it sold out in no time! Everyone loved it.


Kobir Hussen
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This cake was a little dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra butter next time.


Ahmar Malik
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I've been making this cake for years, and it's always a favorite. My family loves it!


Ramesh Bhattrai (Ramu)
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This cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a hit.


Dr. Wahab Ali Faaiz
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I'm not a big fan of streusel, so I left it off of this cake. It was still delicious!


Maryam Zayed
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Craig Chadwick
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I made this cake with my kids, and they had a lot of fun helping me. It's a great recipe for families.


Kathy Hernandez
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Lwandle Mlu
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I've never had Moravian sugar cake before, but this recipe was a great introduction. It was so good!


Jaydin Pietersen
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


msafi max
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This was my first time making Moravian sugar cake, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and it was easy to follow.


Adonisj P
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This cake is delicious! The streusel topping is amazing.


Lamia Bristy
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


akhiakther minara
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This cake was a hit! It was moist and flavorful, and the streusel topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


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