Starlight Double-Delight Cake Recipe

Name: Starlight Double-Delight Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Frosting; 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract; 6 cups powdered sugar (1 1/2 lb.); 1/4 cup hot water; 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted; Cake; 1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter, softened; 3 eggs; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup milk

Servings: persons

Frosting
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
6 cups powdered sugar (1 1/2 lb.)
1/4 cup hot water
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
Cake
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter, softened
3 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
3
In large bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup margarine, vanilla and peppermint extract; blend until smooth.
4
Add powdered sugar alternately with hot water, beating until smooth.
5
Blend in chocolate.
6
In another large bowl, combine 2 cups of the frosting mixture and 1/4 cup margarine; blend well.
7
Beat in eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
8
Add flour, baking soda, salt and milk; beat until smooth.
9
Pour batter evenly into greased and floured pans.
10
Bake at 350F.
11
for 30 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
12
Cool 5 minutes; remove from pans.
13
Cool completely.
14
To assemble cake, place 1 layer, top side down, on serving plate; spread with about 1/4 of frosting.
15
Top with second layer, top side up.
16
Spread sides and top of cake with remaining frosting.
17
Yield: 12 servings High Altitude: Above 35000 feet: Increase flour to 2 1/2 cups and use 1 1/2 cups of frosting mixture in cake.
18
Bake as directed above.

1683

kcal

Calories

Fat

248

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Frosting, 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and more.

Yes, Starlight Double-Delight 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.

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Starlight Double-Delight Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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