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Layer Cake No 2 from Rumford's Complete Cookbook 19

Name: Layer Cake No 2 from Rumford's Complete Cookbook 194 adapted by Leah Ellias w/Passover adaptations
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup flour (for Passover 2 cups Matzo cake meal); 1/4 tsp salt; 2 tsp Rumford's Baking Powder (for Passover change to 1 tsp kosher for Passover baking powder); 2 eggs or 4 oz egg whites; 1 cup sugar; 2/3 cup water or milk; 1 tsp flavoring extract. (For white cake user clear vanilla) (for lemon cake use lemon extract) (for Rum Raisin use Imitation Rum Extract); 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional for chocolate chip cake) or 3/4 cup Raisins for Rum Raisin cake; 1 whole lemon peel, zested (optional for lemon cake ); 4 OPTIONAL - FOR PASSOVER ADAPTATION ONLY egg whites beaten stiff

Bake this irresistible Layer Cake No 2 from Rumford's Complete Cookbook 194 adapted by Leah Ellias w/Passover adaptations at home. Made with flour, salt…

This Layer Cake No 2 from Rumford's Complete Cookbook 194 adapted by Leah Ellias w/Passover adaptations relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as salt, eggs or 4 oz egg whites, sugar and water or milk. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 777 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

Whether you're rounding off a family dinner, bringing a treat to a gathering, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this Layer Cake No 2 from Rumford's Complete Cookbook 194 adapted by Leah Ellias w/Passover adaptations delivers. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and add a scoop of ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream for an extra-special finish.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

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

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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Layer Cake No 2 from Rumford's Complete Cookbook 194 adapted by Leah Ellias w/Passover adaptations

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