VICTORY CAKE

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This recipe is from my husband's grandmother's handwritten cookbook. It was a rationing program recipe written during the war years.

Provided by Judy in MO

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 Two layer cake, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup shortening
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
1 cup white corn syrup
2 1/4 cups sifted cake flour
2 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract

Steps:

  • Cream shortening and orange rind.
  • Gradually beat in syrup blending for one minute.
  • Add 1/4 of dry ingredients.
  • Add eggs one at a time beating after the addition of each.
  • Add the remaining flour and milk with flavoring added alternately.
  • Bake in two eight inch cake pans in a moderate oven (350°F) for 30 minutes.
  • Frost with lemon frosting.

Onday Zbyszko
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This cake is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Rani Gupta
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out right.


Yashira Martinez
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This cake was a bit too dense for my liking.


Nasrullah Soomro (nkS)
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious.


Tiffany McNair
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Grey Klee
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of chocolate and vanilla.


Khanyisa Hlungwani
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I love that this cake can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for when I'm short on time.


Doris Moorman Poelman
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so rich and decadent, and it's perfect for a special occasion.


Marsa Wax
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I've never made a cake before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The cake turned out beautifully, and it tasted amazing.


soukhin 1_6_8
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Gino Supreme
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I'm not a big fan of cake, but this one was really good. It was light and fluffy, and the frosting was just right.


La Oveja
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I made this cake for my son's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.


Anna Espinoza
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This cake was a bit of a disappointment. It was dry and crumbly, and the frosting was too runny.


Love, Life and Poetry with Sam The Goddess
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The cake was moist and flavorful, but the frosting was a bit too thick for my liking.


old chips
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Manuka Sandaruwan
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This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time, too.


SAN ANDREAS
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I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for special occasions.


Heba Heba
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This cake was a huge hit at my party! It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was divine.