Burnt Sugar Cake

9 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. boiling water
  • 2 eggs, separated
  • 1/2 c. margarine or butter, softened
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour (if using self-rising flour, omit baking powder and salt)
  • 3 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. milk

Directions

  1. 1
    Heat 1/2 cup of the sugar in heavy 8-inch skillet, stirring constantly, until sugar is melted and golden brown.
  2. 2
    Remove from heat; stir in boiling water slowly.
  3. 3
    Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until sugar lumps are dissolved.
  4. 4
    Add enough water to syrup, if necessary, to measure 1/2 cup; cool.

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