Canadian Schmoo Cake Recipe

Name: Canadian Schmoo Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 egg whites; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1 cup granulated sugar; 6 egg yolks; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted; Icing; 2 1/2 cups whipping cream; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; Butterscotch Sauce; 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar; 1 cup whipping cream; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

6 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup granulated sugar
6 egg yolks
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Icing
2 1/2 cups whipping cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Butterscotch Sauce
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter

1
In large bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the sugar, 2 tablespoons (25 mL) at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
2
In another large bowl, beat egg yolks and remaining sugar for about 4 minutes or until pale and thickened. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; stir into yolk mixture. Fold in one-quarter of the egg whites until combined; fold in remaining egg whites. Fold in pecans. Scrape batter into 10-inch (4 L) tube pan. Bake in centre of 325u00b0F (160u00b0C) oven for about 50 minutes or until firm to the touch.
3
Invert onto legs of pan. Let cool completely. Remove cake from pan. Cut cake horizontally into 3 layers.
4
Icing: In bowl, whip cream and sugar. Using 1 cup (250 mL) of the whipped cream, spread over top of bottom layer. Place second layer on top and repeat. Top with remaining layer; spread remaining cream over top and sides. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
5
Butterscotch Sauce: In saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, cream and butter; bring to boil. Let cool completely. Drizzle some of the sauce over cake. Serve remaining sauce alongside.

1990

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

164

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 egg whites, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1 cup granulated sugar, 6 egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Canadian Schmoo 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.

Canadian Schmoo Cake

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