Old-Fashioned Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Old-Fashioned Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/8 gal. white cake mix; 3-1/2 qt. cold water; 1/4 cup JELL-O Raspberry Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin; 1/3 cup JELL-O Lemon Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin; 1/3 cup JELL-O Lime Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin; Icing; 16 each egg whites; 1 qt. Hot water; 1/3 cup light corn syrup; 2-1/2 qt. sugar; 2 Tbsp. vanilla

Servings: persons

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["For each cake, 12 servings: Beat 2.5 lb.", "cake mix and 3-1/2 cups cold water with mixer as directed on package.", "Divide into 3 bowls.", "Stir 1 Tbsp.", "raspberry gelatin mix into batter in 1 bowl.", "Stir 4 tsp.", "lemon gelatin mix into batter in second bowl.", "Stir 4 tsp.", "lime flavor gelatin into remaining batter.", "Pour each flavor batter into separate greased 8-inch round pan.", "Bake as directed on package.", "Cool completely.", "Icing: Place egg whites in mixer bowl fitted with wire whisk attachment.", "Do not mix.", "Bring hot water, corn syrup and sugar to boil in saucepan on medium-high heat, stirring constantly.", "Brush side of pan with cool water.", "Once sugar syrup reaches 234 degrees F, start beating egg whites until soft peaks form.", "When sugar mixture reaches 238 degrees F, gradually add to beaten egg whites in thin steady stream; add vanilla.", "Whip until stiff peaks form and icing is warm.", "Stack cake layers on plate, spreading thin layer of icing, about 1/4"" thick, between layers.", "Frost top and side of cake with remaining icing."]

982

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/8 gal. white cake mix, 3-1/2 qt. cold water, 1/4 cup JELL-O Raspberry Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin, 1/3 cup JELL-O Lemon Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin, and more.

Yes, Old-Fashioned Layer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Old-Fashioned Layer Cake

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