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How a Buttermilk Cake From Oklahoma Won the 1955 World Series for the Brooklyn Dodgers
A culinary tale from the dugout.
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cantate
April 30, 2023
I just read the story to my baseball loving husband who can no longer read due to macular degeneration but remembers all SORTS of baseball history & stats. He loved it! He’s a pie guy, in fact was born on Pi Day, but he’ll be getting a buttermilk cake soon to see if it helps the Seattle Mariners. Very fun! Thanks so much.
MilletteofSd
April 29, 2023
So very interesting, Thank you yo Josh (author). I haven’t recreated the recipe;however, interested in feedback on texture, flavor, baking notes,
Chris M.
April 29, 2023
Superb article (+recipe!). Well done, Josh. Loved hearing about the history behind the 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers' good luck charm.
Beth
April 29, 2023
My father grew up watching his beloved Dodgers from his apartment house rooftop. When his boys moved to LA, he soon followed with my Mom and Brother in tow. He’d have loved this!
mgac
April 29, 2023
Sounds lovely!! I'm going to make it as soon as I get buttermilk. Some people I share my baked goods with are not pecan fans. Is it possible to substitute with other nuts or will that change the taste significantly?
Josh C.
April 30, 2023
Macadamia nuts could be a nice substitute. You could also try walnuts, but they won't taste quite as sweet.
Jane
April 29, 2023
My brothers would climb up on the roof of my aunt's house to watch the Dodger games at Ebbets Field. I'm going to make this cake today!
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Carolyn R.
March 31, 2023
What a sweet story for the week the 2023 baseball season begins. The cake looks delicious and I can't wait to try it. Thanks for helping preserve a bit of baseball lore -- the game will never lose its magic.
Bar49
March 31, 2023
I love a good story about the beloved Brooklyn Dodgers Boys of Summer, as well as a good cake recipe. This sweet treat of an article gave us both. Thank you!
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