Deep South Crisco Cake
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of the Deep South Crisco Cake, a timeless dessert that embodies the essence of Southern baking. This lusciously moist and tender cake owes its velvety crumb to Crisco shortening and buttermilk, creating a perfectly balanced texture that melts in your mouth. Flavored with a hint of pure vanilla extract and baked to a golden perfection, this cake is both simple and elegant. Perfect for a family gathering or any occasion, it’s a dessert that pairs beautifully with a dusting of powdered sugar or even a dollop of whipped cream. With just 20 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, this crowd-pleasing classic is as easy to make as it is delicious. Whether served with a cup of coffee or tea, the Deep South Crisco Cake brings comfort and tradition to your table, one slice at a time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Crisco shortening
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9-inch Bundt pan or two 8-inch round cake pans and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the Crisco shortening and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the creamed mixture in three additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix each addition just until combined to avoid overmixing.
Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s), spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Deep South Crisco Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.8 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 331 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 93 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
