OLD-FASHIONED STACK CAKES

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My grandmother has always fixed these at Christmas and they are the first thing everyone asks about. "Where is the stack cake?" The super thin layers are what make this recipe stand out...delicious! -Stephanie Gilbert, Whitesburg, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 stack cakes (6 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 cups apple butter
Additional apple butter, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, ginger, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with molasses and buttermilk, beating well after each addition., Drop 2 scant 1/4 cupfuls of batter, at least 7 in. apart, onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. With well-floured fingers, pat each into a 5- to 6-in. circle. Bake 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Repeat with remaining batter., To assemble, place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 2 tablespoons apple butter. Repeat layers 4 times; top with a sixth layer. Repeat to make 2 more stack cakes. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. If desired, serve with additional apple butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Abukar Abdullahi
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was light and creamy. I loved the combination of flavors. I'll definitely be making this again.


Raja Ali Soomro
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This stack cake was a disappointment. The cake was dry and the frosting was too sweet. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


wesley Chagz
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I'm not a huge fan of stack cakes, but this one changed my mind. The cake was so moist and fluffy, and the frosting was light and creamy. I loved the combination of flavors. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dc Bright
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This stack cake is a lot of work, but it's worth it! The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


christian okafor
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I've made this stack cake several times and it's always a hit. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is light and creamy. I love that you can customize the cake with different flavors of frosting and fillings.


Dani Ansari
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I made this cake for my son's birthday and he loved it! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mohammod Rafi
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This stack cake is a classic for a reason. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is light and creamy. I love that you can customize the cake with different flavors of frosting and fillings.


Addicted Boy
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was light and creamy. I loved the combination of flavors. I'll definitely be making this again.


Brian McMahan
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This stack cake was a disappointment. The cake was dry and the frosting was too sweet. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Sachinthakur Sachinthakur
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I'm not a huge fan of stack cakes, but this one changed my mind. The cake was so moist and fluffy, and the frosting was light and creamy. I loved the combination of flavors. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rob Wedge
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This stack cake is a lot of work, but it's worth it! The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rayen
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I made this cake for my grandmother's birthday and she loved it! It was the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. The cake was moist and the frosting was creamy and fluffy. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Ebony Barnes
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I've been making this stack cake for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The recipe is easy to follow and the results are always delicious. I love that you can customize the cake with different flavors of frosting and fillings.


Asif Mansouri
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This stack cake recipe is a winner! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was light and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.