INGREDIENTS
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2/3 cup buttermilk
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4 egg whites
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Nonstick cooking spray for baking
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup shortening
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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2 ounces white chocolate (with cocoa butter), melted and cooled
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1 ounce white chocolate (with cocoa butter), melted (optional)
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1 recipe Cherry Compote
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1 cup orange juice
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1/4 cup sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 1/2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and quartered, or frozen sweet cherries, thawed
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2 tablespoons brandy (optional)