Groom'S Cake Recipe

Name: Groom'S Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup golden raisins; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup sherry; 1 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 4 egg yolks, well beaten; 1 1/4 cups candied red cherries, finely chopped; 1 1/4 cups chopped candied pineapple; 1 1/2 cups chopped almonds; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 8 egg whites; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 (10-ounce) jars apricot preserves; Sifted powdered sugar; Fresh rosemary sprig (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup sherry
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 egg yolks, well beaten
1 1/4 cups candied red cherries, finely chopped
1 1/4 cups chopped candied pineapple
1 1/2 cups chopped almonds
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
8 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 (10-ounce) jars apricot preserves
Sifted powdered sugar
Fresh rosemary sprig (optional)

1
Combine raisins and sherry; set aside.
2
Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, beating well. Stir in chopped cherries, pineapple, almonds, and raisin-sherry mixture.
3
Combine flour and soda, and set aside.
4
Beat egg whites (at room temperature) in a large mixing bowl until foamy; add salt, beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into batter alternately with flour mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
5
Spoon batter into 3 waxed paper-lined and greased 9-inch round cake pans. Place a large pan of boiling water on lower oven rack. Bake cake at 275u00b0 for 1 hour or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove layers from pans, and let cool completely.
6
Spoon apricot preserves into a small saucepan; cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until preserves melt.
7
Spread preserves between layers and on top and sides of cake. Sprinkle top with powdered sugar. Garnish top of cake with a sprig of fresh rosemary, if desired.

1596

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

121

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup golden raisins, 1/2 cup raisins, 1/2 cup sherry, 1 cup butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Groom'S 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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Groom'S Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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