GYPSY JAMBOREE CAKE

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This is a classic layer cake from the 1930's-1940's. It's very addicting and fun with two flavors of icing!

Provided by AKSTARFLAKE82

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
¾ cup milk
1 ¼ cups white sugar
½ cup vegetable shortening
3 eggs
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
⅓ cup butter or margarine, softened
1 egg yolk
⅛ teaspoon salt
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons hot water
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour two 8 inch diameter cake pans.
  • Place the vinegar in a measuring cup, and pour in the milk to equal 3/4 cup. Set aside.
  • Beat the sugar with the shortening in a mixing bowl. Add the eggs one at a time, and continue beating until batter is smooth.
  • Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in another mixing bowl, and stir to blend. Stir the flour mixture into the egg mixture, alternating with the milk mixture. Stir in the lemon and vanilla extracts. Pour batter into prepared cake pans, dividing evenly.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick or small knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Run a small knife around the inside of the pans before inverting to remove the cakes. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
  • To make the icing, beat the butter, egg yolk, and salt together in a mixing bowl. Gradually sift in the confectioners' sugar, alternating with the hot water, stirring until smooth. Do not add the cocoa until step 7.
  • To frost the cake, place one layer on a cake plate. Use about half the icing to cover sides and top of the cake. Stir the cocoa into the remaining icing and blend well. Place the second cake layer on top of the first, and frost with the chocolate icing, meeting the plain icing halfway down the side of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657 calories, Carbohydrate 107 g, Cholesterol 117.5 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 305.2 mg, Sugar 86.4 g

Sangita Gurung
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This cake is a little too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra moisture next time.


Saifullah Mir (PaGaL)
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I love that this cake can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy people.


Lelam Hobongwana
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Marvin Robinson
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I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but this one was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the cake was moist and flavorful.


King West
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This cake is very easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Victor Kavoi
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect with a cup of coffee or tea.


Ashok Singh Kunwar
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I love the unique flavor combination of this cake. It's a real crowd-pleaser.


Lizzy Oluchi
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This cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing.


Waz_Gaming
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I'm going to make this cake for my next potluck. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


Joseph Umoroye
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I'm allergic to nuts. Can I substitute something else in this recipe?


M Hassain
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This looks so good! Can't wait to try it.


Skyler Tamang
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I'll have to try this recipe soon!


Christal Stillwell
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Not my favorite.


Saeed Mahar
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Delicious!


Omor Tambir
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This cake is amazing! The flavors are incredible and the texture is so moist and fluffy. I highly recommend it.


Rigoberto Reveles
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cake turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Fik Id
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This cake is a little too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect for a special occasion.


Kidada Wright
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.


Pepper Bazzi
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I'm not usually a fan of fruitcake, but this one was surprisingly delicious. The flavors were well-balanced and the cake was moist and flavorful.


Ghufran Ullah
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist, fluffy texture. I will definitely be making this again.