Elegant Southern Jam Cake

Southern Jam Cake is a traditional cake from the Southern United States, known for its rich flavor and moist texture. It is often served during holidays and special occasions.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Elegant Southern Jam Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Southern Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 6240

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 6 large Egg yolks
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup Jam (flavor of your choice)
• 6 large Egg whites
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in egg yolks one at a time, then stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter.
8. Divide the batter equally among the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread jam between the layers.
12. For the frosting, beat powdered sugar and butter until creamy.
13. Frost the top and sides of the cake and garnish with chopped pecans.
14. Allow the cake to rest for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 520kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 76g26%

Sugars 56g

Protein 6g12%

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