SAUERKRAUT SURPRISE CAKE

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No one will ever believe that the secret ingredient is finely chopped sauerkraut!

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup water
1 cup drained and chopped sauerkraut
16 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
4 tablespoons butter
½ cup sour cream
2 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 13x9 inch cake pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream 1/2 cup butter or margarine and sugar until light. Beat in eggs, one at a time; add 1 teaspoon vanilla.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt and cocoa powder. Add to creamed mixture alternately with water, beating after each addition. Stir in sauerkraut. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes. Let cake cool in pan. Frost with Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting. Cut into squares to serve.
  • To Make Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate pieces and 4 T butter or margarine over low heat. Remove from heat. Blend in the sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add sifted confectioners' sugar to make spreading consistency. Beat well. Spread over cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Carbohydrate 81.6 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 369.1 mg, Sugar 62.6 g

Haya Noor
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This recipe was a fail. The cake was dry and the sauerkraut was overpowering.


Zabron Mubwanda
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This cake was a delicious and unique twist on a classic recipe. I will definitely be making it again!


Riad Mohammed
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The cake was a bit too dense for my liking, but the flavor was good.


mdhasan khan
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar.


pogchamp
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the sauerkraut added a nice tang.


Xx_draxo_xx420 Freehdizzle
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This cake was a fun and easy recipe to try. The flavor was a bit unusual, but I enjoyed it.


Christina Dumont
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Overall, I thought this cake was pretty good. The flavor was unique and interesting, but it was a bit too dense for my liking.


Md zia Sheikh
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The cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I might try adding some extra moisture next time.


Nour Ahmad
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This cake was a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sauerkraut.


Joel Ruben Sillas Garcia
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This recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly! I loved the combination of sweet and sour flavors.


Adam Top
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I've never had sauerkraut in a cake before, but this recipe changed my mind! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the sauerkraut added a nice tanginess.


Raiha Monir
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. Will definitely make it again.


Layomi Adekile
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The cake was surprisingly delicious. The sauerkraut added a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.


freewarehat freeware
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This sauerkraut surprise cake was a delightful surprise! The combination of sweet and tangy flavors was perfect, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again!