Sweet Story Cake

12 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 c. milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 c. walnuts, very finely chopped
  • 4 egg whites
  • 18 maraschino cherries, well drained and chopped fine
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1/4 c. maraschino cherry juice
  • 2 tsp. almond extract

Directions

  1. 1
    Sift dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
  2. 2
    Cut in shortening.
  3. 3
    Combine milk and cherry juice, then add 3/4 cup (save balance for later).
  4. 4
    Add flavorings.
  5. 5
    Beat 2 minutes on low speed, or 200 strokes by hand.
  6. 6
    Add remaining liquids and egg whites. Beat 2 minutes more.
  7. 7
    Blend in nuts and cherries.
  8. 8
    Bake in 2 layer pans in a 375° oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
  9. 9
    Frost with cherry frosting mix.

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