FOUR-LAYER APPALACHIAN STACK CAKE
In Kentucky and its environs, this dessert once served as a wedding cake; neighbors and friends might have each brought a layer, and the hosts would add the filling. We plumped up dried apples in cider and tucked them between layers of clove- and ginger-spiced molasses cake.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring apples and cider to a boil in a large pot. Reduce to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until apples begin to soften and liquid has reduced, 40 to 50 minutes. Add 1 cup water; cook, mashing apples slightly, until liquid has reduced, about 10 minutes. Add 2/3 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water; simmer until apples are very soft and coated in syrup, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter two 9-inch round cake pans. Line bottoms with parchment paper, and butter parchment. Dust with flour; tap out excess. Set aside.
- Put butter and the remaining cup sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium-high speed until creamy, about 3 minutes. Reduce speed to low; mix in egg, molasses, buttermilk, baking soda, flour, spices, and salt.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake until a cake tester inserted into centers comes out clean and tops spring back when lightly touched, about 35 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Run a knife around edges of pans to loosen; invert to unmold. Remove parchment; reinvert onto racks. Let cool.
- Using a long serrated knife, cut each cake in half horizontally. Place 1 bottom layer on a serving platter. Top with 1/3 of the apple mixture, spreading to edges. Stack 1 top layer on top of apples, and top with another 1/3 of the apple mixture. Repeat with remaining cake bottom and apples, and top with remaining cake top. Let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour before serving. Sift confectioners' sugar over top of cake.
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Naresh olee
[email protected]Overall, I was disappointed with this cake.
Noman Zamurad
[email protected]The cake didn't rise as much as I expected.
Luis Solis
[email protected]The frosting was a bit too runny for my liking.
Tawny Apple
[email protected]I found that the cake was a bit too sweet for my taste.
Shoaib Haider
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.
Alamin Molla
[email protected]I love that this cake can be made ahead of time, so it's perfect for busy families.
Bhuwan KC
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays.
Jermaine Williams
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, even a beginner baker can make it.
Tamara Rivera
[email protected]This cake is a showstopper! It's so beautiful and delicious, it's sure to impress your guests.
Raja Sami
[email protected]I'm not a huge cake person, but this stack cake is amazing! The layers are so moist and fluffy, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Oforka Justice
[email protected]This stack cake is a winner! It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. The frosting is creamy and fluffy, and it pairs perfectly with the cake.
arbab amin
[email protected]I love this cake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The layers are moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy.
Aplk Lama
[email protected]This cake is absolutely delicious! The layers are so moist and the frosting is creamy and fluffy. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Juan Barragan
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The layers are so moist and fluffy, and the frosting is the perfect amount of sweetness.
Trenton
[email protected]This stack cake was a hit at our family gathering! It was easy to make and everyone loved the moist, flavorful cake and creamy frosting.