Gum Drop Cake, Joyce’S

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A nostalgic, tender vanilla cake bursting with chewy, colorful gum drops
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This retro-inspired Gum Drop Cake is a delightful throwback to mid-century baking. The moist, tender crumb is studded with finely chopped, colorful gum drops that soften slightly during baking, adding bursts of fruity sweetness and playful texture. It’s the perfect centerpiece for a nostalgic brunch, a kidsâ birthday party, or a cozy afternoon tea. The combination of warm vanilla flavors and the chewy candy bits creates a unique dessert experience that is both comforting and fun. Simple to mix and bake, this cake brings a smile to anyone who loves classic, homemade treats with a whimsical twist.

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Gum Drop Cake, Joyce’S

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 948.4

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This retro-inspired Gum Drop Cake is a delightful throwback to mid-century baking. The moist, tender crumb is studded with finely chopped, colorful gum drops that soften slightly during baking, adding bursts of fruity sweetness and playful texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect centerpiece for a nostalgic brunch, a kidsâ birthday party, or a cozy afternoon tea. The combination of warm vanilla flavors and the chewy candy bits creates a unique dessert experience that is both comforting and fun. Simple to mix and bake, this cake brings a smile to anyone who loves classic, homemade treats with a whimsical twist.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease and flour a small tube pan or Bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the margarine and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture alternately with the warm milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Toss the finely cut gum drops with 1/4 cup of additional flour to coat them evenly. This prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
  7. Gently fold the floured gum drops into the cake batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 948.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.0g34%
Saturated Fat 7.0g35%
Cholesterol 0.6mg1%
Sodium 5332.8mg223%
Total Carbohydrate 178.3g60%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 107.3g
Protein 10.3g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, use a sharp knife to finely chop the gum drops. You can also pulse them briefly in a food processor, but be careful not to turn them into dust.

Coating the gum drops in flour is a crucial step to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake during baking.

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. The cake stays moist and flavorful.

If you prefer a richer flavor, you can substitute the margarine with unsalted butter.

Keywords: cake, gum drops, retro, vintage, dessert, vanilla, baking, fruity, chewy, colorful, nostalgic, party, brunch, easy, homemade, sweet, fun, classic, treat, family
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