Margarita Tube Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup tequila
• 1 cup lime juice
• 1/2 cup orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation Time:

1 hour

Cooking Time:

60-70 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Generously grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and cilantro.
6. Alternately add the dry and wet ingredients to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
7. Pour batter into the prepared tube pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Dietary fiber: 2g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and flavorful
• Tangy citrus flavors
• Perfect for any occasion

User Comments:

• "This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique Margarita flavor."
• "The perfect combination of sweetness and acidity. I would definitely make this again."
• "I served this cake with a dollop of whipped cream and it was divine."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
• If you don't have a tube pan, you can bake this cake in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• Let the cake cool completely before inverting it to prevent it from breaking.