Ribbon Cake. Mrs. Lizzie Martin. Recipe

History of Ribbon Cake:

Ribbon Cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for many years. This delicious cake is made by creating alternating layers of different flavors or colors, which gives it a beautiful ribbon-like appearance when sliced. The origin of Ribbon Cake is not completely clear, but it is believed to have originated in the United States during the 19th century.

Fun Facts about Ribbon Cake:

- Ribbon Cake was a popular dessert at social gatherings, particularly weddings and birthday parties, in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
- The layered design of Ribbon Cake allowed bakers to showcase their creativity by incorporating different flavors and colors into each layer.
- Traditional Ribbon Cakes were often made in three layers, with the dark layer placed in the middle to create contrast.
- While the original Ribbon Cake recipe called for the use of spices such as cinnamon and cloves, variations of the recipe have evolved over time to include different flavor combinations.

Recipe for Ribbon Cake - Mrs. Lizzie Martin:

Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup water
- 2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- Icing for filling and frosting

Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs to the mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the water. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing well after each addition.
6. Divide the batter into three equal parts.
7. In one of the parts, add the cinnamon and cloves and mix well.
8. Grease and flour three round cake tins.
9. Pour the plain batter into two of the tins, and the spiced batter into the remaining tin.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
11. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool completely on wire racks.
12. Once cooled, place one plain layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of icing on top.
13. Carefully place the spiced layer on top of the icing and spread another layer of icing on top.
14. Finally, place the second plain layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining icing.
15. Slice and serve the Ribbon Cake, enjoying the beautiful layers and flavors!

Jelly Cake - Mrs. Elizabeth McCurdy:

Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 5 tablespoons sweet milk
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon soda
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- Lemon flavoring
- Jelly for filling

Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until well combined.
3. Add the sweet milk and eggs to the mixture, beating well after each addition.
4. Dissolve the soda in a small amount of warm water and add it to the batter.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the cream of tartar and the flour.
6. Gradually add the flour mixture to the batter, mixing well after each addition.
7. Stir in the lemon flavoring to your desired taste.
8. Grease and flour two round cake tins.
9. Divide the batter evenly between the two tins.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
11. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool completely on wire racks.
12. Once cooled, spread a layer of jelly on top of one cake.
13. Carefully place the second cake on top of the jelly, creating a sandwich.
14. Slice and serve the Jelly Cake, enjoying the delightful combination of flavors.

Similar Recipes:

If you enjoy Ribbon Cake, you may also like Marbled Cake, which follows a similar concept of combining different flavors and colors in one cake. Marbled Cake typically has a marbled pattern created by swirling together two different-colored batters before baking.

Alternatively, you might enjoy Neapolitan Cake, which features layers of three different flavors: chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. This cake is a variation of Ribbon Cake, offering a delicious combination of flavors in every slice.

Both Marbled Cake and Neapolitan Cake are wonderful options if you're looking for delightful desserts with beautiful layers and flavors to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth.