Homemade Cake Recipes
This site, likely part of a local or community cookbook collection focused on the Syracuse area, provides a straightforward
entry into easy, classic cake making. While the page promises a variety of recipes via a “Cake Recipes” link, it spotlights a single,
delightful sample that’s perfect for beginners or anyone craving a nostalgic treat.
The featured recipe is for “Chocolate Chip with Dates/Cherries Cake,”. It’s an easy cake that combines the richness of chocolate with
the fruity sweetness of dates and maraschino cherries, all studded with nuts for added texture.
No fancy equipment or exotic items here—just wholesome, homemade goodness.
Preparing the cake is equally uncomplicated. Start by preheating your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
Beat four well-beaten eggs with a cup of sugar and a quarter stick of melted margarine until well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Then, mix in the chocolate chips, nuts, dates, and cherries to coat them evenly—this prevents them from sinking during baking.
Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just moistened, pour into a greased and paper-lined loaf or angel food pan,
and bake for about 1 to 1¼ hours until the top is lightly browned.
Once done, remove from the pan, peel off the paper, and let it cool for several hours.
The result? A dense, flavorful cake that’s ideal for holidays, potlucks, or a cozy afternoon snack.
What makes this page stand out is its retro vibe, reminiscent of community cookbooks from decades past.
For more inspiration, the page invites visitors to explore additional links, potentially uncovering a treasure trove of favorites.
Try this Sample Recipe. Click on the "Cake Recipes" link for more recipes.
Chocolate Chip with Dates/Cherries Cake Ingredients required
4 eggs well beaten
1 cup sugar
1/4 stick margarine
1 1/2 cup sifted flour
1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoons salt
2 cups chopped nuts
1 large package of chocolate chips
1 cup cutup dates
1 cup quartered maraschino cherries
Preheat oven 325 degrees
Instructions for Chocolate Chip with Dates/Cherries Cake Recipe
Beat eggs. Add sugar, melted butter and beat well. Stir dry ingredients together. Add chocolate, nuts, dates, and cherries to flour mixture and mix thoroughly, fold into egg mixture and stir until flour is all moistened. Pour into greased and lined with grease paper 9 1/2 by 5 1/2 by 2 1/4 inches or angel food pan. Bake about 1 to 1 1/4 hours at 325° oven until cake is light brown on top. Remove cake from pan and pull off paper. Cool several hours.
