Elizabeth Square Recipe

A delightful retro recipe from the 1965 wdff cookbook, Elizabeth Square is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert featuring layers of moist cake, sweet raspberry jam, and a fluffy meringue topping. Perfect for afternoon tea or a special occasion, this recipe transports you back in time with its classic flavors and simple elegance. Get ready to bake a piece of history!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 135.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Elizabeth Square

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How to Make Elizabeth Square

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Press half of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the batter.
  8. Top with the remaining batter.
  9. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  10. Gradually add the ½ cup of sugar, beating until glossy.
  11. Gently fold in the coconut and cocoa powder.
  12. Spread the meringue topping evenly over the batter.
  13. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  14. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

22g

Carbs

6g