Best 7 Butterscotch Layer Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Butterscotch Layer Cake, a masterpiece that combines the richness of butterscotch with the lightness of sponge cake. This culinary delight features moist and fluffy layers infused with the irresistible taste of brown sugar and butter, complemented by a velvety butterscotch frosting that leaves a trail of sweetness on your palate. Each bite is an explosion of flavors and textures, making this cake a true showstopper for any occasion. Our comprehensive guide provides both the classic and simplified recipes, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can create this delectable treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, we'll guide you through each step of the process, ensuring a successful baking experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERSCOTCH CAKE



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I get lots of compliments and recipe requests whenever I make this eye-catching cake. The filling is similar to German chocolate cake. -Judy Lamon, Louisville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

2/3 cup butterscotch chips
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
FILLING/TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup water
1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten
1/3 cup butterscotch chips
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 to 3 cups buttercream frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper; set aside. In a microwave, melt butterscotch chips with 1/4 cup water at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in butterscotch mixture. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk just until combined., Pour into prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in evaporated milk and water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. , Remove from the heat. Gently stir in chips and butter. Stir in pecans and coconut. Cool to room temperature without stirring., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with half of the filling. Top with second layer and remaining filling. Frost sides with buttercream frosting. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 765 calories, Fat 36g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 422mg sodium, Carbohydrate 103g carbohydrate (79g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING LAYER CAKE



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If you love butterscotch, you're going to want a slice (or two!) of this incredible pudding layer cake. Made easy with Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix, this cake's three layers are given extra flavor with milk, melted butter and butterscotch pudding mix. The layers are separated by a from-scratch butterscotch-dark chocolate buttercream frosting that's then used to frost the entirety of the cake. Crushed pretzels are used to decorate the sides of the cake, while caramel is poured on top to double down on the butterscotch flavor. The caramel is then sprinkled with sea salt for a sweet-and-salty combination that's undeniably delicious.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 cup milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 eggs
1 box (3.4 oz) Jell-O™ butterscotch-flavor instant pudding & pie filling mix (dry)
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup butterscotch chips
1 1/2 cups butter, softened
3 1/3 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup coarsely crushed mini pretzel twists
1/3 cup caramel sauce
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Spray bottoms and sides of 3 (8-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray; line with cooking parchment paper.
  • In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour 1 2/3 cups batter in each pan. Spread evenly.
  • Bake 20 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and butterscotch chips uncovered on High 60 seconds; stir halfway through. Continue to microwave in 15-second increments, stirring after each, until chips can be stirred smooth; cool 10 minutes. In large bowl, beat 1 1/2 cups softened butter and melted chips with electric mixer on medium speed until blended. On low speed, beat in powdered sugar, milk and vanilla, scraping side of bowl occasionally, until smooth and creamy.
  • Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread 2/3 cup of the frosting on top; top with second cake layer. Spread 2/3 cup of the frosting on top; top with third cake layer. Frost side and top of cake with remaining frosting. Press crushed pretzels along bottom edge of cake. Refrigerate uncovered at least 1 hour.
  • When ready to serve, carefully pour and spread caramel sauce over top of cake, allowing some to drip down sides; sprinkle sea salt on top. Cover and refrigerate any remaining cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 710, Carbohydrate 88 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 7 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 67 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

OLD-FASHIONED BUTTERSCOTCH CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h50m

Yield 1 (9-inch) 3-layer cake; 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 large eggs
Nonstick baking spray
2 1/2 cups sifted cake flour (sift before measuring)
2 teaspoons baking powder
Salt
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups half-and-half or whole milk, at room temperature
3/4 cup safflower oil or canola oil
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
4 tablespoons, plus 1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin
2 cups light brown sugar
1/2 cup half-n-half or whole milk
1/2 cup water
1 1/4 pounds unsalted butter (5 sticks), at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Salt
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the cake: Separate the eggs. Place the egg whites in a medium bowl and yolks in a small bowl. Let stand at room temperature, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line the bottom of 3 (9-inch) round cake pans with parchment paper. Spray with nonstick baking spray. Set aside.
  • Sift together the sifted flour, baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add the brown sugar. If there are any large clumps of brown sugar, break them up with a spoon. Stir, then set aside.
  • Whip the egg whites to soft peaks with an electric mixer. With the mixer running, slowly add 1/4 cup sugar and continue to whip to stiff peaks. Add the egg yolks, half-and-half, oil, and vanilla to the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  • Fold the whipped egg whites into the cake batter a third at a time. Divide the batter among the prepared cake pans and bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean. Let cool.
  • For the frosting: Place 4 tablespoons of water in a small bowl or ramekin. Sprinkle the gelatin powder over the top, making sure the gelatin is moistened. Let stand 5 minutes to bloom.
  • In the meantime, place the brown sugar, half-n-half, and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan. Stir. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Turn heat to low and add the bloomed gelatin. Stir. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, until the gelatin has dissolved. Remove from heat to cool to room temperature.
  • Whip the butter in a standing mixer until fluffy. Add the cooled gelatin mixture. Whip until thickened to a creamy frosting. This will look like a curdled hot mess but keep whipping and in 10 to 15 minutes it will become a beautiful buttercream. Mix in the vanilla.
  • For the butterscotch sauce:
  • Melt the butter in a 2-quart saucepan over low to medium heat. Add the brown sugar, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is melted and mixture is bubbling, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and add the heavy cream. The mixture will bubble. Whisk until incorporated. Return the pan to low heat and cook for 10 minutes without stirring, until slightly thickened. Remove pan from the heat and add the vanilla. Stir. Let cool to room temperature. Sauce will thicken as it cools.
  • Fill and frost the cooled cakes, drizzling the butterscotch sauce between the cake layers and on top of the frosting, and on top of cake.

BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS LAYERED DESSERT



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Four easy layers come together for a fantastic treat that's perfect for cooling down summer nights. Take this to a gathering, and we bet you'll bring home an empty dish! -Janice Vernon, Las Cruces, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar, divided
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese
3 cups cold fat-free milk, divided
2 packages (1 ounce each) sugar-free instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
1/2 teaspoon rum extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, half of the sugar substitute and butter. Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish coated with cooking spray., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1/4 cup milk and remaining sugar substitute until smooth. Spread over crust., In another bowl, whisk remaining milk with the pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Gently spread over cream cheese layer. Combine whipped topping and extract; spread over the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH DELIGHT



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"This creamy layered dessert is popular whenever I serve it," reports Barbara Edgemon of Belleview, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
3-1/2 cups cold milk
2 packages (3.5 ounces each) instant butterscotch pudding mix
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cut butter into flour; stir in the finely chopped walnuts. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spread over crust. , In another bowl, beat milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes or until thickened. Spread over cream cheese layer. Spread with the remaining whipped topping; sprinkle with coarsely chopped walnuts. Chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

***** HEAVENLY BUTTERSCOTCH LAYER CAKE *****



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Make and share this ***** Heavenly Butterscotch Layer Cake ***** recipe from Food.com.

Provided by comfort_food_rocks

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 generous slices

Number Of Ingredients 10

300 g caster sugar
125 ml cold water
250 ml double cream
400 g cream cheese (at room temperature)
225 g unsalted butter (very soft)
125 g light muscovado sugar
100 g caster sugar (golden or white)
4 large eggs
225 g self raising flour
2 -4 tablespoons double cream

Steps:

  • preheat the oven to 190C, and then start the icing.
  • dissolve the sugar in water over a low heat, without stirring at all or the sugar will crystallise.
  • when the sugar seems dissolved, increase the heat and boil until it turns a dark golden colour, this will take around 10-15 minutes.
  • dont worry if it seems a little burnt, it will taste fine.
  • take the pan off the heat and whisk in the double cream, slowly. dont worry if it looks a little lumpy, it will be fine soon enough.
  • when all cream has been added, but the pan on the heat again, whisk until all is combined.
  • cool the caramel and put it in the fridge until you need it.
  • to make the two cake layers, but all ingredients excluding the double cream into a food processor and mix until smooth.
  • scrape down the sides of the food processor bowl, and then process it again, adding a few tablespoons of cream.
  • if it is runny, stop processing, if not, add a bit more cream and process until it is smooth.
  • but the batter in two round sandwich tins (approx 21 cm in diameter is ideal) and bake for 25 minutes or until the cakes are coming away from the sides of the pan or until a knife comes out clean.
  • leave to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then put on a rack until completely cool.
  • put the caramel that tou have cooled doen in the fridge into alarge mixing bowl unti lyou reach the250 ml mark. leave the rest for drizzling over the cake later.
  • beat the cream cheese unti lsmooth, then add the 250ml caraml , beat again until al lis smooth.
  • put one cake on a plate, spread half the creamy caramel over the top, then put the other cake on top. ice the other cake with the remaining icing, then drizzle over the top the reserved caramel.
  • enjoy your cake!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 916.2, Fat 56.3, SaturatedFat 34.5, Cholesterol 270, Sodium 206.7, Carbohydrate 94.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 65.4, Protein 11.5

BUTTERSCOTCH LAYER CAKE



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I really love layer cakes and especially ones that look a little rustic and simple. This is a super simple cake for when you want something special to serve for dessert but don't want to be too fussy.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup unsalted butter, very soft
7 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
4 tablespoons heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Grease 2 8" round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  • Icing (do this first as it will need time to cool): Dissolve the sugar in the water in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, do not stir When the sugar seems dissolved, turn the heat up to medium-high and bring to a boil Boil until it turns a nice dark golden brown color, remove from heat and add the cream It will get lumpy!
  • Don't worry, whisk as much of the lumps out as you can and then return to medium heat and whisk out the remaining lumps When it is smooth, remove from heat until it is cooled, I just set the whole thing in the refrigerator until I need it again.
  • Cake: Cream the butter and sugars with an electric mixer.
  • Add the eggs one at a time until combined.
  • Add the cake flour and the baking soda and mix until combined.
  • Add the cream 1 Tbls at a time until combined.
  • Divide the batter between the 2 prepared cakepans and smooth the tops.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until the cake starts pulling away from the sides and a cake tester comes out clean Cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack, then remove from the pans and cool completely Assembly: Take the cream cheese and beat until smooth and fluffy, add 1 cup of the caramel mixture and beat until combined Place 1 cake layer on a plate, using a spatula, spread half of the icing mixture on top of the first layer Place the 2nd layer on top and top with the remaining icing.
  • Take the remaining caramel mixture and drizzle it over the top of the cake, letting it run down the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 875.9, Fat 62, SaturatedFat 38.1, Cholesterol 290.4, Sodium 385.8, Carbohydrate 72.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 49.5, Protein 10.7

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will help your ingredients mix together more easily and evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, making your cake lighter and more tender.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Sift the flour before adding it to the batter: This will help to remove any lumps and ensure that the flour is evenly distributed.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your cake tough.
  • Bake the cake at the correct temperature and for the correct amount of time: Underbaking or overbaking can both result in a dry or dense cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This recipe is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. The butterscotch frosting is rich and creamy, and the cake itself is moist and fluffy. With a little time and effort, you can create a beautiful and delicious cake that will impress your friends and family.

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