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.

whisper uwu
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would make it again, but I would make a few changes.


Andrew Kimambo
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious.


Lukeyita Bakali
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.


Demetrio Moreno
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I highly recommend this cake! It's delicious, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion.


Jabir hossain Jabir hossain
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This cake is a great make-ahead dessert. It's even better the next day!


insaf tv
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I love that this cake is not too sweet. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Mimi Modau
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I made this cake with gluten-free flour and it turned out great! It was just as moist and fluffy as the regular version.


Scott Carey (dctharula darylanointed1)
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!


Bright Milondo
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good butternut squash cake recipe for ages.


Mmakatleho Rampine
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This cake is perfect for fall! The flavors of the butternut squash and spices are so warm and inviting.


Corina Valentina Dipre
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I made this cake for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I even had people asking for seconds.


Gabby B
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully! I used a bundt pan and it came out perfect. The glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Irfan Nafri
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash, but this cake was amazing! The spices really balanced out the flavor of the squash, and the cake was so moist and fluffy.


Q Gibson
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I made this cake for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and I even had people asking for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Trinity Ihaia
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This was a great recipe! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.