When most people think of Irish foods, they imagine hearty meals of meat, potatoes, vegetables, and that tasty Irish soda bread. But what many don’t consider is that Ireland is famous for some incredible desserts too. This delicious Irish whiskey cake will add some flair to your St. Patrick’s Day festivities, and there’s no doubt your friends and family will want the recipe for themselves.

Traditional Irish Whiskey Cake

What you’ll need:

• 2 cups golden raisins
• 1/4 cup whiskey
• 3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
• 3/4 cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 3 egg whites
• 3 egg yolks
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 lemon (juiced)
• 2 cups confectioner’s sugar

Cooking instructions:

1. Start by placing the raisins, lemon zest and whiskey in a small bowl to soak overnight.
2. Line the bottom of an 8-inch cake pan with parchment paper, then butter the paper and dust it with flour.
3. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
4. Sift the flour, cloves, salt and baking powder in a small bowl and set it aside.
5. In a large mixing bowl, cream the sugar and butter together until they’re fluffy.
6. Add the egg yolks into the butter mixture and beat well, then quickly beat the flour into the mixture.
7. Stir the soaked raisins into the entire mixture.
8. In a separate mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until they’re stiff, then fold them into the butter mixture.
9. Pour the entire combination into your prepared baking pan and bake for roughly 50 minutes or until you insert a toothpick into the center of the cake, and it comes out clean.
10. Cool cake on a wire rack.
11. Make your glaze by mixing the lemon juice with confectioner’s sugar and just enough warm water and whiskey, so it can be drizzled on top of the cake.

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Looking for something to do this March? Head to the city and enjoy one of these fun-filled events.

Rodeo Austin – March 11-25

Over the years, Rodeo Austin has grown from a show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events, featuring Pro rodeo events, daily concerts, livestock show and more. The rodeo will be held at Travis County Exposition Center daily.

St. Patrick’s Day Festival – March 17

This annual family-friendly festival celebrates all things Irish. Come enjoy authentic Celtic music and dancers, Irish language workshops, the finest Irish imports and plenty of good family fun. The festival will be at the Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms.

Austin Urban Music Festival – March 31 to April 1

More than 15,000 music revelers converge on Auditorium Shores at Lady Bird Lake to enjoy Austin’s only music festival focused on R&B, neo-soul, and hip-hop music. Get your tickets today!

Art City Austin – March 31 to April 2

Hosted by Art Alliance Austin, Austin’s iconic annual art fair will sport more than 100 exhibiting artists this year. Head out to this free event and enjoy browsing artwork, grab some grub at a food truck, and listen to live music.

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Stop by Johnson Bros. Ford before you hit the road and make sure that your car is in tip-top shape. Time to trade-in for a new vehicle? Johnson Bros. Ford can help you get into the car or truck of your dreams. Come test drive one today!

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When you’re on the road this January (or looking for an excuse to do so), check out one of these fun events happening this month near your Temple Ford dealership.

24th MLK Community March, Rally, and Cultural Festival – January 16

Come out and honor the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr., at this free event taking place in Austin.

The 24th MLK Community March, Rally, and Cultural Festival will kick off at 9am at the University of Texas at 21st and Speedway under the MLK Statue. The march will continue on to the south steps of the State Capitol Building for a short program before continuing on to the historic Huston-Tillostson University where the festival will take place until 3pm.

The event organizers request that marchers bring can goods and non-perishable food items to donate to the Central Texas Food Bank.

Lunar New Year Festival – January 26

Check out this fun and free cultural event to mark the Chinese New Year. 2017 is the Year of the Rooster and the Lunar New Year Festival is ushering it in with Asian food, performances, and cultural activities. There will be a dragon dancing, lighting firecrackers, and exchanging red money envelopes. Head to the University of Texas to join in on the fun.

Austin Bacon and Beer Festival – January 28

The 4th Annual Austin Bacon and Beer Festival is setting up to be as popular as ever this year. Produced by Edible Austin in partnership with Eat Boston, the festival has sold out in multiple cities, including Boston, Denver, San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Austin in previous years.

The event showcases bacon-centric foods prepared by bacon-loving local chefs. This delicious showcase will be presented alongside local craft brews. General admission starts at 1pm at Brazos Hall and costs $47.00 for all samples inside. A premium tickets sets you back $100.00, but gets you early admission at 12:30pm, all samples inside, and a commemorative t-shirt and tasting glass.

The fest will run until 4pm. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Central Texas Food Bank.

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Stop by Johnson Bros. Ford this January to test drive a new or used vehicle if it’s time to upgrade your ride. You can also stop by Johnson Bros. Ford if you need to schedule some maintenance with our service department.

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