Nutmeg Feather Cake
At a Glance
- Prep
- 20 minutes
- Cook
- 40 minutes
- Servings
- 1 cake, about 12 slices
Categories
- Dessert
- American
- Easy
Dietary
- Nut-free
- Vegetarian
Allergens
- Contains or may contain: Milk
- Eggs
- Wheat.
Servings & Nutrition
Original recipe serves 12. Current scale: 1x.
Nutrition and servings are approximate based on the ingredient list. Please verify for dietary or medical needs.
This aptly named and versatile vintage delight Nutmeg Feather Cake is indeed as light as a feather and easy to make. Top with your favorite frosting or slice and serve with fruit and whipped cream.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of margarine
- 1/4 cup of shortening
- 1 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups of flour
- 2 teaspoons of nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of buttermilk
Instructions
Preheat Preheat oven 350°F (177°C). Grease and flour 9x13 baking pan.
Cream butter and shortening together.
Add sugar and cream until fluffy
Add vanilla
Add eggs one at a time beating well after each one until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients until well combined.
Mix together dry and wet mixtures gradually, alternating with milk.
Bake Bake for 40 minutes or until done.
Notes
Equipment
- measuring cup
- measuring spoons
- mixer
- mixing bowl(s)
- 9×13 baking pan
