GRAPEFRUIT CAKE

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Grapefruit is one of my favorite fruits - so of course, when I saw this recipe I had to save it on Zaar! From Saveur magazine.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pink grapefruit
2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups sugar
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 lb cream cheese, softened
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Zest 1 grapefruit to make 2 teaspoons zest; set aside. Peel and segment grapefruits; set aside. Squeeze juice from remaining pulp, reserving 1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp.; set aside.
  • Heat oven to 350°. Butter and flour a 9" x 13" baking dish; set aside. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside. Into a large bowl, beat remaining butter and sugar with a handheld mixer until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Add 1/2 cup of the reserved juice, milk, and vanilla; stir. Add flour mixture; stir until combined. Line bottom of pan with half the reserved grapefruit; add batter; smooth top with a spatula. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean, 40-45 minutes; let cool.
  • In a large bowl, beat reserved zest, remaining juice, and cream cheese until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup at a time; beat until smooth. Spread frosting over cake; top with the remaining grapefruit segments. Chill.

Fazal wajid
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This is the best grapefruit cake I've ever had.


Kateregga Johnbosco
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Llion Judah
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This cake is perfect for any occasion.


Nina Rose
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I love the glaze on this cake. It adds a nice touch of sweetness.


JEHAD MOLLA
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This cake is so moist and flavorful.


Watipatsa Selemani
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit.


Rojan Lama
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This cake is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.


POSITIVE ENERGY X
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I love the tangy flavor of the grapefruit in this cake.


Divinefavour Joshua
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This cake is easy to make and it always turns out great.


Three Stooges
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This is my go-to recipe for grapefruit cake. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Md, Habibullah Khan Habib
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the citrusy taste.


Tahir Saeed
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I've made this cake with both fresh and canned grapefruit, and it turns out great either way.


Terri Young
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The glaze on this cake is the perfect finishing touch. It adds a beautiful shine and a little extra sweetness.


MAXINE VALOO
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just as a treat for myself.


Akhi Mone
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I love the combination of grapefruit and vanilla in this cake. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Edith Gicovi
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This cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it several times for friends and family, and they all love it.


Glory Okon
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I've never been a fan of grapefruit, but this cake changed my mind. The sweetness of the cake balanced out the tartness of the grapefruit perfectly.


Kaylene Thanaraju
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This grapefruit cake was a hit at my dinner party! The citrus flavor was bright and refreshing, and the cake was moist and fluffy.


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