BUTTERSCOTCH CAKE & ICING

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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!

Provided by Susan Bartley

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 box duncan hines yellow cake mix
1 box 3.4 oz box jello instant butterscotch pudding mix
4 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 c canola oil
1 c water
2 Tbsp meringue powder, optional
CARAMEL ICING
1 c brown sugar, firmly packed
5 Tbsp butter, unsalted
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 c heavy cream or half and half
1 1/2 c sifted powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Combines first 7 ingreadents and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes, do not over mix. Over mixing can cause air bubbles in your cake.
  • 2. Divide mixture into 2 greased and floured 9" round cake pans, or one 9"x13" pan.
  • 3. Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes or until a tooth pick comes out clean.
  • 4. Turn out cakes on cooling rack and cool.
  • 5. Combine 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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