OLD FASHIONED STACK CAKE

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This is a tall, lopsided old-fashioned family favorite. Dried fruit is soaked and spiced to make the filling. The cake layers are baked on top of the round cake pans, not inside. Make sure the dough is well chilled. Any type of dried fruit may be used. We love apple!

Provided by JEANIE BEAN

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Time 17h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
4 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup butter, melted
2 (6 ounce) packages dried mixed fruit
ground cinnamon to taste
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (or to taste)
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the eggs, vanilla extract and butter. Using the fingers, mix well, until a firm dough has formed. Wrap in a clean tea towel and chill in the refrigerator 8 to 12 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Turn a 9 inch round baking dish upside down, and lightly grease the surface.
  • Pinch off a portion of the dough and roll out into a 9 inch circle approximately 1/3 inch thick. Continue this process with all the dough, making 5 to 7 layers.
  • Bake each layer individually in the preheated oven 8 minutes, or until lightly brown.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, place the dried fruit in enough water to cover. Cook until soft and spreadable, but not runny, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain the fruit well. Mix in the cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
  • Stack the layers, spreading equal portions of the fruit mixture between each layer and on top of the final layer. Chill in the refrigerator 8 to 12 hours, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Carbohydrate 84.5 g, Cholesterol 82.3 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 352.8 mg, Sugar 33.7 g

Thorborn Odinsson
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I'm really disappointed with this recipe. It was a lot of work for a cake that was just okay.


EniviD
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This cake was a complete disaster. It was dry, crumbly, and the frosting was gritty.


S.N VIDEO
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Elizabeth Katiyo
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as good as the picture. It was a bit dry and the frosting was too runny.


Hazrat yousaf entartainer
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The frosting was a bit too thick for my liking, but the cake itself was delicious.


Rajesh Thapa
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


almir causevic
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this stack cake changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is perfect.


Candy gamer happy Ramadan
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! She said it was the best cake she'd ever had.


Anil Magar
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This stack cake is a great way to use up leftover cake mix.


Idris Rakiya
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can use different types of cake mix and frosting to create different flavor combinations.


Excellent Osajie
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I've been making this stack cake for years and it's never failed me. It's always a hit at parties and potlucks.


Jahid Siddqe
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This stack cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple, yet elegant, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Carlvin Smith
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and delicious.


Xerxes Kamara
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so rich and decadent, and it's perfect for a special occasion.


Anastasia David
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The combination of chocolate and coconut is perfect.


Ibtsam Naeem
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I've made this stack cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is to die for.


shakira shah
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The recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Bs Nz
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This stack cake was a hit at my family gathering! It was so delicious and everyone loved it.


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