Abraham Lincoln'S Favorite Cake Recipe

Name: Abraham Lincoln'S Favorite Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large egg whites; 2 cups sugar, divided; 1 1/4 cups blanched almonds, toasted; 1 cup butter; 3 cups flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 teaspoon almond extract

Servings: persons

1
Beat egg whites until frothy.
2
Add 1 cup sugar gradually until egg whites are stiff peaks.
3
Finely chop almonds.
4
Cream the butter and remaining 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
5
Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
6
Add vanilla extract and almond extract to buttermilk.
7
Combine nuts with flour mixture.
8
Add wet to dry by thirds.
9
Fold beaten egg whites into batter.
10
Place greased wax paper in tube pan.( i didnt do this but i wasnt flipping it out either ).
11
Turn batter into a 10-inch tube pan.
12
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour or until cake tests done.
13
Frost with boiled icing.

2018

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

183

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large egg whites, 2 cups sugar, divided, 1 1/4 cups blanched almonds, toasted, 1 cup butter, and more.

Yes, Abraham Lincoln'S Favorite Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Abraham Lincoln'S Favorite Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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