FRESH GRAPEFRUIT CAKE

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This dessert's particularly good for a backyard barbecue. My husband enjoys it, and our 2-year-old son thinks we're having a picnic, whenever I serve it-even if we're not! In fact, it's the only way I can get him to eat grapefruit.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2/3 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
3 cups cake flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fresh grapefruit juice
3/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon grated grapefruit zest
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large egg whites
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup fresh grapefruit juice
1 tablespoon grated grapefruit zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in zest and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with grapefruit juice. Beat just until combined. Stir in milk. , Pour batter into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, combine the sugar, egg whites, corn syrup and salt in a large heavy saucepan over low heat or double boiler over simmering water. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 8-10 minutes. , Pour into the bowl of a heavy-duty stand bowl; gradually add the grapefruit juice, zest and vanilla. Beat on high until frosting forms stiff peaks, about 7 minutes. Spread between layers and frost entire cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Bhandari beena
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I love the combination of grapefruit and orange in this cake. It's a unique and refreshing flavor that's perfect for any occasion.


Nacher Miah
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This cake was easy to make and it turned out great. The grapefruit flavor was perfect and the cake was moist and fluffy.


Sikendar Gautam
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover grapefruit and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Angela Lattouf
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This cake is perfect for a spring or summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the grapefruit flavor is just right.


ZAHIR SHAH
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I'm not a big fan of grapefruit, but this cake was surprisingly good. The flavor was subtle and the cake was moist and fluffy.


Enock Muwema
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This cake was delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Md Mohamed Sk
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The cake was a bit dry. I think I'll try adding some extra liquid next time.


Irfan Yaqoob
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


SA PHOTOGRAPHY OFFICAIL
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I was pleasantly surprised by how moist and flavorful this cake was. The grapefruit flavor was just right, not too overpowering.


Peggy Schiller
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover grapefruit. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Yvette Hawkins
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I love the combination of grapefruit and orange in this cake. It's a unique and refreshing flavor that's perfect for spring or summer.


Tlotlang Monaisa
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This cake was delicious! The grapefruit flavor was subtle but present, and the cake was moist and fluffy.


Ks sunthary
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover grapefruit and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Arushi Islam
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This grapefruit cake was a delightful surprise! The flavor was perfectly balanced, with a burst of citrus from the grapefruit and a moist, tender crumb. It was easy to make and a hit with my family and friends.