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Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 c. sifted cake flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp. Calumet baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2/3 c. butter or other shortening
  • 1 1/3 c. sugar
  • 3 eggs, unbeaten
  • 2/3 c. milk
  • 3/4 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp. almond extract

Method

  • Sift flour once, measure, add baking powder and salt and sift three times.
  • Cream shortening thoroughly; add sugar gradually and cream together until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add flour, alternately with milk, a small amount at a time, beating after each addition until smooth.
  • Add flavorings.
  • Bake in 2 greased 9-inch layer pans in moderate (375°) oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Spread chocolate frosting between layers and over cake.