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Key Lime Cake
 
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Prep Time: 40 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 40 Minutes
Servings: 2
I got this recipe from a cookbook that I got in Johnson City, TN. It is a book compiled by Pine Grove United Methodist Church with recipes from the locals. This cake is delicious! I hope you enjoy it. Prep time is approximate.
Ingredients:
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 (3 ounce) package lime jell-o gelatin
5 eggs
1 1/3 cups cooking oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1/3 cup key lime juice (if not available, regular limes may be substituted)
1/3 cup powdered sugar
whipped cream (garnish)
lime slice (garnish)
3/4 cup orange juice
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Place dry ingredients (except powdered sugar) into mixing bowl.
3. Add eggs, oil, orange juice, vanilla and lemon extract.
4. Beat until well blended.
5. Pour batter into a 9x13x2 inch pan; bake 25 to 30 minutes.
6. Remove cake from oven and let stand in pan 15 minutes or until almost cool.
7. Prick cake all over with a fork.
8. Drizzle thoroughly with lime juice mixed with powdered sugar.
9. Cover and refrigerate.
10. To serve, cut into squares, top with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices.
By RecipeOfHealth.com