Favorite Forgotten Cakes | Milk Street TV Season 9, Episode 20
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Hot Milk Sponge Cake is a classic American dessert that showcases the simplicity of baking with basic ingredients. Traditionally made for family gatherings and celebrations, this cake is loved for its light and airy texture, achieved by incorporating warm milk into the batter. Over the years, it has inspired various adaptations and flavors, making it a versatile treat enjoyed in many households.
Ingredients
- ●all-purpose flour
- ●baking powder
- ●salt
- ●unsalted butter
- ●whole milk
- ●granulated sugar
- ●eggs
- ●vanilla extract
- ●powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2Grease and flour a cake pan.
- 3Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- 4In a saucepan, heat the butter and milk over medium heat until the butter melts.
- 5Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 6In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- 7Add the vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix well.
- 8Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing until just combined.
- 9Pour the warm milk mixture into the batter and stir until smooth.
- 10Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- 11Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 12Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- 13Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
unsalted butter
Healthier: coconut oil
Cheaper: margarine
Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining moisture.
whole milk
Healthier: almond milk
Cheaper: 2% milk
Almond milk is lower in calories, while 2% milk is often cheaper.
granulated sugar
Healthier: stevia
Cheaper: brown sugar
Stevia is lower in calories, while brown sugar is often less expensive.
powdered sugar
Healthier: coconut sugar
Cheaper: granulated sugar
Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while granulated sugar is more common.
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Ingredients
- ●4 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- ●2 cups all-purpose flour
- ●1 cup granulated sugar
- ●1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- ●3 large eggs
- ●1 cup milk
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1 tsp baking powder
- ●Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar, mixing until well combined.
- 3Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- 4Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 5In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 6Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- 7Fold in the thinly sliced apples until they are evenly coated with the batter.
- 8Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- 9Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 10Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 11Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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