STRAWBERRY GRAND MARNIER CAKE

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Light layers of golden cake [brushed] with gran marnier. Filled with white buttercream and strawberry preserves

Provided by amendol_kris

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 2/3 cups cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine, softened
3 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup Grand Marnier
8 ounces of smucker's. strawberry preserves
1 cup vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk or 2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • GOLDEN CAKE:.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F Generously grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Line bottoms with waxed or parchment paper. Grease paper.
  • In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Beat sugar and butter in large bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Add flour and milk alternately, beginning and ending with flour, mixing on low speed.
  • Bake in prepared pans for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes; invert onto cooling rack. Cool completely.
  • GRAN MARNIER BRUSHING SYRUP.
  • Stir together sugar and water. Bring to boil. Set aside. Cool. Add Grand Marnier.
  • Using a pastry brush, soak cake thoroughly, at least twice with this syrup.
  • WHITE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING.
  • Cream butter and shortening with mixer.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Gradually add sugar, one cup at a time, beating on medium speed.
  • Scrape sides and bottom of bowl often.
  • When all sugar has been mixed in, icing will appear dry. Add milk or water and beat at medium speed until ready to use.
  • FOR ASSEMBLY.
  • Place one golden cake down.
  • Spread a layer of Smucker's Strawberry Preserves on cake.
  • Spread layer of buttercream icing on top of preserves.
  • Add second cake layer on top.
  • Frost with remaining buttercream frosting.
  • Decorate as desired.

zarb hayat
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This cake was delicious! The strawberries and Grand Marnier were a perfect combination. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this cake again for a special occasion.


Joyce Esi Esaaba
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The strawberries and Grand Marnier were a nice touch, and the cake was very moist and fluffy. I would definitely make this cake again, but I would use less sugar next time.


eyad sharaf
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I'm not usually a fan of strawberry cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The Grand Marnier adds a nice touch of flavor, and the cake is very moist and fluffy. I would definitely make this cake again.


sinz blanco
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This cake was delicious! The strawberries and Grand Marnier were a perfect combination. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this cake again.


ely mary Torres
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I made this cake for a special occasion, and it was a huge success. The cake was beautiful and delicious. The strawberries and Grand Marnier gave the cake a unique and flavorful taste. I would definitely make this cake again.


Haseena Jan
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This cake was amazing! The combination of strawberries and Grand Marnier was perfect. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Lynzkie
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the strawberries and Grand Marnier. The cake was also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely make this cake again.


Sohail khan Sohail,s
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday, and she loved it! The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the strawberries and Grand Marnier gave it a special touch. I would definitely make this cake again.


Skortdan
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This cake was delicious! The strawberries and Grand Marnier were a perfect combination. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Poshan Sharma
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The strawberries and Grand Marnier added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely make this cake again.


hamza Gujjar
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the strawberries and Grand Marnier gave it a unique and delicious taste. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking fo


Meech
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This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The end result was a beautiful and delicious cake that was enjoyed by all. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a challenge.


Monihar Khatun
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! The cake was light and fluffy, and the strawberries and Grand Marnier gave it a delicious flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special occasion cake.


Michelle Richards
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This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the strawberries and Grand Marnier give it a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. I will definitely be making this again and again.


rabiul hasnayn
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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 strawberries and Grand Marnier added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Pamela Ncube
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This cake is so delicious! The strawberries and Grand Marnier give it a unique and flavorful taste. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves strawberry cake.


April Brooks
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The recipe is easy to follow, and the cake always turns out perfectly.


Ssekimpi Joel
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This cake was a huge hit at my dinner party! The combination of strawberries and Grand Marnier was divine, and the cake itself was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.