MY GRANDMAS THUNDERCAKE

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This wonderful old recipe comes from a children's storybook that I came across when I was shelving away books in a school library. The book by Patricia Polacco entitled "My Grandma's Thunder cake is one of a series of kid's books with easy recipes included in the story. One other that comes to mind is "A Cranberry Thanksgiving"...

Provided by Shirley Murtagh

Categories Cakes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

CREAM TOGETHER ONE AT A TIME:
1 cup of shortening
1 1/4 cups of sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs, separated blend yolks in. beat whites until they are stiff,then fold in
1 cup of water
1/3 cup of pureed tomatoes.
SIFT TOGETHER:
2 1/2 cups of cake flour
1/2 cup of dry cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp.salt

Steps:

1. Mix dry mixture into creamy mixture
2. Bake in two greased and floured 8 1/2-inch round pans
3. Bake at 350 F for 35-40 minutes or until a wooden toothpick comes out clean when inserted in middle of the cakes
4. Frost with chocolate butter frosting
5. Top with strawberries

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BABAR Sohail

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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again.

Pkeu

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The cake didn't rise very well. I'm not sure what I did wrong.

Rafi Ahmed rana

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I found this cake to be a bit dry. I think I would add some extra butter or oil next time.

Lori Ledbetter

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This cake is a little too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.

Jeevan BC

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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks and bake sales.

Ew'r Mehedi

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover molasses. I always have a jar of molasses in my pantry, so this cake is a go-to recipe for me.

Mr Jamshid Ali

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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up.

Nicholas Ixo

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This cake is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and spicy, and it fills the house with a wonderful aroma.

Abdur Rahman Moynul (Moynul)

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I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I still enjoyed this cake. The other flavors really balance out the ginger.

Jo Tontoh

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This cake is so easy to make. I had it in the oven in less than 30 minutes.

Obidele Ayobami

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I love the combination of flavors in this cake. The ginger, molasses, and spices all work together perfectly.

Kelvin jnr Owusu

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I was looking for a simple yet flavorful thunder cake recipe, and this one fit the bill perfectly. The cake was moist and fluffy, with a delicious ginger flavor.