
A historical dessert from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). For the Frosting: Take the whites of three eggs, three tablespoonfuls of sugar and one tablespoonful of grated chocolate (confectioners') to one egg; put the cake together with the frosting, then frost the top of the cake with the same.
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Mix all ingredients together
Bake in shallow pans
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
This historical angel food-style cake relies on beaten egg whites for leavening, creating a light, delicate crumb. The cream of tartar stabilizes the egg white foam by lowering pH and strengthening protein bonds, while the small amount of baking soda neutralizes acidity and adds extra lift. The high ratio of egg whites to flour produces a tender cake with minimal gluten development, and the butter adds richness without weighing down the structure.
The unfrosted cake layers can be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and stored at room temperature for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw frozen layers at room temperature before frosting. The meringue-style frosting should be made fresh and used immediately, as it does not store well.
Store frosted cake under a cake dome or loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. The egg white-based frosting will weep and deteriorate in the refrigerator. This cake is best enjoyed within 24 hours of assembly.
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The unfrosted cake layers can be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and stored at room temperature for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw frozen layers at room temperature before frosting. The meringue-style frosting should be made fresh and used immediately, as it does not store well.
Store frosted cake under a cake dome or loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. The egg white-based frosting will weep and deteriorate in the refrigerator. This cake is best enjoyed within 24 hours of assembly.