This one is dedicated to my sisters.
The month of February is the month both of my sisters were born. In fact, their birthdays are a day apart...no they are not twins. Although sometimes I think they act like twins. Anyway, my sisters and I growing up always made "Smith Island Cake" for our birthdays. A little about this cake...it had 8+ layers, Nutella frosting and it was tradition for us to make this cake. So, I gave our Smith Island Cake a new twist...and MORE chocolate.
This cake is Moist. Chocolatey. Tempting. Delicious. And it tastes BETTER than it looks. Promise!
Sisters, this is for you...Happy Birthday!
Oh this is Good. Really Good. And the best part? Good for you!
So, I am sure some of you have seen this recipe. It is posted all over Pintrest. And I have seen it on a few different blogs. It is all the same. And I am sure it is good.
I changed mine. For me, food needs to #1. Taste FANTASTIC. And #2. Be good for me: Healthy. I don't like eating too much sugar and crap that is not good for my insides=not good for any side of me :)
My sis-in law gave me a challenge. She made this cake for her family and her husband LOVED it! She told him "I know why you like it, it is full of butter and sugar and white flour." Agree. That would be good. But she gave me the recipe and asked what I would do if I made it and here is what I came up with....
But before I get to the recipe, I have to say that this cake does not taste like a "Health Cake" in fact, it tastes the same, just not made the same. But for the info, here is what changed: 1. Less sugar. 2. Whole grains: Wheat flour & Oats. 3. Less butter=Less fat. But I didn't change the cinnamon...that spice is Good!
Moist. Rich. Great for Parties. Now...I taste something?
Root Beer. Chocolate. Cake. Wonderful. I made this at a party at my mom's house while I was visiting in Maryland. It turned out Fabulous! I mean, who doesn't like chocolate? (Well, I actually know some people), BUT Chocolate Cake...that is a cake worth eating. The Root Beer keeps it moist and an extra flavor that makes you think "What is that?"
Have you ever made a cake in a dutch oven? Well, all you need is a cake box, can of peaches and a can of soda. Who knew...soda in cake? It does all the work for you. Now, me personally, I haven't made that cake (I don't use cake box mixes), but give it a try!
