How to Make Sunshine Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sunshine cake is a delightful and vibrant dessert that is perfect for brightening up any occasion. Its light and airy texture, combined with the refreshing taste of citrus, makes it a popular choice for spring and summer gatherings. This cake is not only visually stunning, but also incredibly delicious, making it a favorite among both young and old alike.

The name "sunshine cake" is derived from the bright and sunny flavors that are incorporated into the recipe. Typically, this cake i...

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Ingredients

  • 5 eggs
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 5 tablespoons boiling water
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 to 9 - inch tube cake

  • Separate eggs. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together three times.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat yolks until lemon colored. mix in sugar a little at a time. Stir in the lemon extract, vanilla extract and boiling water until smooth. Stir in the flour mixture just until moistened. Whip the egg whites to soft peaks, and fold into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into an ungreased 9 inch tube pan. Bake at 350 degrees F ( 175 degrees C) for 45 to 50 minutes. Remove the cake from the oven, and invert the pan over a bottle. Cool and remove from pan.
  • Nutrition

    115 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 66mg
    • Sodium: 161mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 35mg