BUTTERNUT SQUASH LAYER CAKE

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The recipe for this lovely tall cake with its yummy old-fashioned frosting has been in our family for as long as I can remember.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 cup mashed cooked butternut squash
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
3 cups cake flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup milk
1 cup chopped walnuts
BROWN SUGAR FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
3 eggs whites
6 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in squash and maple flavoring. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in walnuts. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For frosting, in a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, egg whites, water, cream of tartar and salt. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 8-10 minutes., Pour into the bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer; add vanilla. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Abdullrahman Isa
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Yaseen Birohi
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked. I think I might have overbaked it.


Dori Lee Miesse
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the frosting next time.


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I was pleasantly surprised by this cake. I wasn't sure how the butternut squash would taste in a cake, but it was really good. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and delicious. I would definitely make this cake again.


Md Nayon Islam
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This cake was delicious! The butternut squash flavor was subtle, but it added a nice depth of flavor. The cake was also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely make this cake again.


Martin Miles
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I loved the unique flavor of this cake! The butternut squash added a nice sweetness and moisture. The cream cheese frosting was also very good. I would definitely make this cake again.


thu ya
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Mdshohelrana shohelrana
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked. I think I might have overbaked it.


amanuel andemeskel
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the frosting next time.


Sardar Ali
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I was pleasantly surprised by this cake. I wasn't sure how the butternut squash would taste in a cake, but it was really good. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and delicious. I would definitely make this cake again.


tero _
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This cake was delicious! The butternut squash flavor was subtle, but it added a nice depth of flavor. The cake was also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely make this cake again.


Chris Zambukeri
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I loved the unique flavor of this cake! The butternut squash added a nice sweetness and moisture. The cream cheese frosting was also very good. I would definitely make this cake again.


Tins Matteson
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


ali haidar
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked. I think I might have overbaked it.


Myles Funk
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the frosting next time.


Abby
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake was surprisingly delicious. The butternut squash flavor was subtle, but it added a nice depth of flavor. The cake was also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely make th


Kitso Lekgoa
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out so well! I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mohan Bohora
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Zebi Baba
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This butternut squash layer cake was a delightful surprise! The cake was moist and flavorful, with a beautiful golden color. The cream cheese frosting was smooth and tangy, and it complemented the cake perfectly. I would definitely make this cake aga