butterscotch cake & icing
I am a baker and cake decorator, I am always looking for a way to alter mixes to make them my own! Here is one that is a favorite in my business. The meringue powder is optional, however if you plan on spliting the layers I strongly suggest using it, as it adds body to the mix. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 1 box duncan hines yellow cake mix
- 1 box 3.4 oz box jello instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 4 - eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup canola oil
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons meringue powder, optional
- CARAMEL ICING
- 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- 5 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or half and half
- 1 1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar
How To Make butterscotch cake & icing
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Step 1Combines first 7 ingreadents and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes, do not over mix. Over mixing can cause air bubbles in your cake.
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Step 2Divide mixture into 2 greased and floured 9" round cake pans, or one 9"x13" pan.
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Step 3Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes or until a tooth pick comes out clean.
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Step 4Turn out cakes on cooling rack and cool.
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Step 5Combine brown sugar, butter and salt in sauce pan and bring to a boil stirring constantly. Add half and half or cream and continue to cook over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add powdered sugar and beat till spreadable, you may need to add more half and half or powdered sugar depending on the consistancy. If you split you cake to make 4 layers you will want to double this recipe. Frost and enjoy!
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