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Ghana cake, also known as Ghanaian cake or Ghana Christmas cake, is a popular dessert in Ghana often made during festive occasions.

DIY Recipes: How to make Ghana cake | Pulse Ghana

Stella Takyiwaa Okyere

Here's a simple recipe for making Ghana cake using soda:

<ul><li> 2 cups soft flour</li><li> 1 cup sugar</li><li> 1 cup margarine, softened</li><li> 4 large eggs</li><li> 1 cup soda (you can use a lemon-lime soda like Sprite or 7UP)</li><li> 1 teaspoon vanilla extract</li><li> 1 teaspoon baking powder</li><li> 1/2 teaspoon baking soda</li><li> 1/4 teaspoon salt</li><li> Optional: 1 cup mixed dried fruits and nuts (such as raisins, currants, and chopped nuts)</li></ul>

1.&nbsp;Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven. Grease and flour in a baking pan.

2.&nbsp;Cream the margarine and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3.&nbsp;Add eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4.&nbsp;&nbsp;Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5.&nbsp;&nbsp;Combine wet and dry ingredients:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the soda. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

6.&nbsp;Add flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract and mix well.

7.&nbsp;&nbsp;Optional: Add fruits and nuts: If you're using dried fruits and nuts, fold them into the batter.

8.&nbsp;Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9.&nbsp;&nbsp;Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. Serve: Once the cake is completely cool, slice and serve.

Enjoy your Ghana cake made with soda! This recipe is versatile, so feel free to customize it based on your preferences.

DIY Recipes: How to make Ghana cake

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