HUCKLEBERRY CAKE
This classic Huckleberry Cake recipe from the early 1900s offers a comforting taste of history with a delightful combination of sweet and tart flavors. The cake features a tender crumb, studded with juicy huckleberries, and a hint of cinnamon for warmth. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a simple afternoon treat, offering a satisfying and nostalgic experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 4 count Egg yolks
- 3 cups Flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 4 count Egg whites
- 2 cups Huckleberries
- 2 tablespoons Flour (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 5 minutes.
- 2Gradually add the egg yolks to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, mixing until well combined.
- 3In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Add half of the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined. Then, add the milk, mixing until combined. Finally, add the remaining flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
- 4Stir in the cinnamon. In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the stiffly beaten egg whites into the batter.
- 5Gently toss the huckleberries with 2 tablespoons of flour to coat them. This will help prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
- 6Gently fold the floured huckleberries into the cake batter. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.