How do you start a Herman friendship cake?

Herman friendship cakes, also known as "rum cakes" or "German friendship cakes," are a fun tradition. Here's how to start one:

What you'll need:

* Cake batter: You'll receive this from a friend who has an ongoing Herman cake.

* Large bowl: This will be your new "starter" for your cake.

* Ingredients: You'll need flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and milk (see recipe below).

Instructions:

1. Get your starter: A friend will give you about 1 cup of the batter from their current Herman cake. This is the "starter" for your own cake.

2. Combine with ingredients: In your large bowl, combine the batter starter with the following ingredients:

* 1 cup flour

* 1 cup sugar

* 1/2 cup softened butter

* 2 eggs

* 1/2 cup milk

3. Mix well: Mix the ingredients until they are thoroughly combined. You can use a mixer or a whisk.

4. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased and floured loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Let cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Sharing and continuing the tradition:

* Give away the cake: Share the cake with friends and family.

* Keep some batter: Once the cake has cooled, take about 1 cup of the batter and store it in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator. This becomes your "starter" for the next Herman cake!

* Share the tradition: Pass on the tradition to others by giving them some of your batter.

Tips:

* You can add rum: If you like, you can add 1/4 cup of rum to the batter for a more traditional flavor.

* Don't overbake: Overbaking can make the cake dry. Check for doneness with a toothpick.

* Experiment with flavors: You can add other flavors, such as vanilla, chocolate, or nuts, to your Herman cake.

* Enjoy the tradition: Herman friendship cakes are a fun way to share with friends and family. The tradition is all about spreading joy and kindness through baking!

Enjoy your Herman cake!