How to Make Auntie's Buttermilk Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comfort and nostalgia that comes with a homemade cake recipe passed down from generation to generation. Auntie's Buttermilk Cake is one of those timeless recipes that has been a staple in our family for as long as I can remember. The rich, moist texture and delectable flavor make it a go-to dessert for all of our family gatherings and special occasions.

What makes this cake so special is the use of buttermilk, which lends a subtle tanginess and tender cr...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup shortening
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 2 ¾ cups cake flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ cups buttermilk
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

Information

  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 - 13x9 inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour 1- 13 x9 inch square cake pan.
  • Cream shortening and sugar together and add 1 tablespoon buttermilk.
  • Sift flour three times and add baking powder and salt.
  • Combine 1 1/2 cups buttermilk with 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. Alternate adding buttermilk to shortening mixture with flour.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff and fold into batter. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 40 minutes. Once cool frost with frosting of your choice. If you want you can add orange extract to the frosting, about 1 teaspoon.
  • Nutrition

    299 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 208mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 87mg