Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Preparation Time:
- Total preparation time: 2 hours (including chilling time)
- Preparation steps: 30 minutes
- Chilling time: 90 minutes
- Baking time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
- Spread the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread the whipped cream evenly over the top.
- Chill for at least 90 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 36g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American dessert with a light and fluffy texture.
- The combination of sweet and creamy flavors makes it a favorite among dessert lovers.
- The dish showcases classic baking techniques and is perfect for a special occasion or celebration.
User Comments:
- "This was an excellent dish! The Ermine Frosting was light and fluffy, and the combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I was impressed with how easy it was to make this dessert. It was a hit at my party!"
- "This dessert was delicious! The texture was smooth and creamy, and it was a great ending to a meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature eggs for best results.
- Use a mixer for easier mixing and better results in texture.
- Chill the dessert for at least 90 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend and set properly.
