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Bayou Cake

Bayou Cake recipe

The Bayou Cake is a classic Southern dessert that originated in Louisiana. It gets its name from the rich and moist texture, reminiscent of the bayous found in the region.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

Cooking Method
Cuisine ,
Courses ,
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 40 min Rest Time: 30 min Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
Servings 8
Calories 2800
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Boiling water
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
  4. Stir in boiling water to the batter. The batter will be thin, but that's okay.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite frosting or serve it as is.
  9. Enjoy your delicious Bayou Cake!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 30g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.