Ingredients
To make Shirley Temple Cake, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 box of white cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7UP)
- 1/4 cup grenadine syrup
- 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
- Additional grenadine syrup, for drizzling
Recipe Directions
Now, let’s dive into the steps for making Shirley Temple Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon-lime soda, grenadine syrup, maraschino cherry juice, lemon zest, and orange zest. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, drizzle additional grenadine syrup over the top of the cake and garnish with maraschino cherries.
- Slice and serve, and enjoy the delicious flavors of Shirley Temple Cake!
Kitchen Equipment Needed
To make Shirley Temple Cake, you’ll need the following kitchen equipment:
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- Cooling rack
Storing Leftovers
If you have any leftovers (which is rare!), you can store Shirley Temple Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Alternatively, you can refrigerate it for up to one week. Just be sure to let it come to room temperature before serving for the best taste and texture.
Food and Drink Pairings
Shirley Temple Cake pairs beautifully with a variety of beverages, including:
- Classic Shirley Temple mocktail
- Lemonade
- Iced tea
- Champagne or sparkling wine for a celebratory twist
