Welcome back to our kitchen, where we always have something sweet and delicious to share. This time, we’ve got two amazing recipes for you to try, both featuring the same deliciously tangy ingredient: coraline. Yes, you read that right! Coraline is the star of our show today, and we can’t wait to show you how to make a mouth-watering welcome home coraline cake.
Recipe 1: Welcome Home Coraline Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups coraline, chopped
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat together oil and eggs until well combined. Add coraline, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Pour into prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Meanwhile, prepare frosting. In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, and mix until well combined.
- Once cake is cool, spread frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Serve and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 540
Total Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 70mg
Sodium: 410mg
Total Carbohydrates: 81g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 63g
Protein: 5g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Equipment:
- 9-inch cake pan
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Toothpick
Serving Suggestions:
This cake is perfect for any occasion, but we think it’s especially fitting for a welcome home party or a housewarming celebration. Serve it with a tall glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee for a truly delightful treat.
Variations:
If you’re feeling creative, try adding some chopped nuts or dried fruit to the cake batter for a fun twist. You could also experiment with different frosting flavors, like chocolate or lemon, to make this cake truly your own.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have coraline, you could substitute it for another tangy fruit, like cranberries or raspberries. You could also use sour cream in place of buttermilk, or swap out the cream cheese frosting for a classic buttercream.
Storage:
This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to freeze it, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Tips:
- Make sure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature before making the frosting, or it won’t be as smooth and creamy.
- Don’t overmix the cake batter, or the cake will be tough and dry.
- If you’re having trouble getting your cake out of the pan, run a butter knife around the edges to loosen it before flipping it over onto a plate or cake stand.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I use frozen coraline?
A: Yes, you can use frozen coraline, but make sure to thaw it completely and drain any excess liquid before using it in the cake batter.
Q: Can I make this cake ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can make the cake and frosting ahead of time and store them separately in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to serve, just frost the cake and enjoy!
Recipe 2: Welcome Home Coraline Cake with Whipped Cream Topping
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups coraline, chopped
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat together oil and eggs until well combined. Add coraline, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Pour into prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Meanwhile, prepare whipped cream topping. In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Once cake is cool, spread whipped cream over the top of the cake. Serve and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 390
Total Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 50mg
Sodium: 360mg
Total Carbohydrates: 51g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 34g
Protein: 4g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Equipment:
- 9-inch cake pan
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Toothpick
Serving Suggestions:
This cake is perfect for any occasion, but we think it’s especially fitting for a welcome home party or a housewarming celebration. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream and some fresh coraline on top for a truly delightful treat.
Variations:
If you’re feeling creative, try adding some lemon zest or a dash of cinnamon to the cake batter for a fun twist. You could also experiment with different whipped cream flavors, like chocolate or coconut, to make this cake truly your own.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have coraline, you could substitute it for another tangy fruit, like cranberries or raspberries. You could also use Greek yogurt in place of buttermilk, or swap out the whipped cream topping for a classic buttercream.
Storage:
This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to freeze it, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store in the freezer