best basic cake layers

Recipe by
Bryson Hatfield
Sophia, NC

Got this recipe from an old church cookbook. Very simple, delicious and can be frosted as desired.

cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For best basic cake layers

  • FOR 2 LAYERS:
  • 1/2 c
    crisco (i have used butter and oil)
  • 1 1/3 c
    sugar
  • 2 c
    self-rising flour, unsifted
  • 2/3 c
    milk
  • 2 lg
    eggs
  • 1/3 c
    milk
  • 1 Tbsp
    pure vanilla extract
  • FOR 3 LAYERS:
  • 3/4 c
    crisco
  • 2 c
    sugar
  • 3 c
    self-rising flour, unsifted
  • 1 c
    milk
  • 3 lg
    eggs
  • 1/2 c
    milk
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    pure vanilla extract

How To Make best basic cake layers

  • 1
    Mix Crisco, sugar, flour and first amount of milk thoroughly.
  • 2
    Add eggs, remaining milk and vanilla extract.
  • 3
    Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes, or until done. Follow steps for either recipe for desired layers.

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