Classic Yellow Layer Cake With Caramel-Pecan Frosti

Name: Classic Yellow Layer Cake With Caramel-Pecan Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 2/3 cups sugar; 1/2 cup butter or stick margarine, softened; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 3 large eggs; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 cups fat-free milk

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Coat bottoms of 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray (do not coat sides of pan); line bottoms with wax paper. Coat wax paper with cooking spray; dust with 1 tablespoon flour.
3
Beat sugar, butter, and vanilla at medium speed of a mixer until well-blended (about 5 minutes). Add eggs, 1 at a time; beat well after each addition. Lightly spoon 2 1/4 cups flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine with baking powder and salt; stir well with a whisk. Add flour mixture to sugar mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
4
Pour batter into prepared pans. Sharply tap pans once on counter to remove air bubbles. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes on a wire rack; remove from pans. Remove wax paper. Cool completely on wire rack.
5
Place 1 cake layer on a plate; spread with 1/2 cup Caramel-Pecan Frosting, and top with remaining layer. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake. Store cake loosely covered in refrigerator.

953

kcal

Calories

Fat

144

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, 1 2/3 cups sugar, 1/2 cup butter or stick margarine, softened, and more.

Yes, Classic Yellow Layer Cake With Caramel-Pecan Frosting falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Classic Yellow Layer Cake With Caramel-Pecan Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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