Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 unit

Cooking spray

1 tbsp

Cake flour

0.75 cup

Granulated sugar

0.25 cup

Butter

softened

2 tbsp

Vegetable oil

2.5 tsp

Vanilla extract

0.5 cup

Brown sugar

packed

0.33 cup

Plain fat-free yogurt

2 unit

Egg whites

3 cup

Cake flour

sifted

1.75 tsp

Baking powder

1 tsp

Ground cinnamon

0.75 tsp

Ground allspice

0.5 tsp

Baking soda

0.5 tsp

Ground nutmeg

1.5 cup

Fat-free milk

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Coat three 8-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.

Step 3
~4 min

Dust the pans with 1 tablespoon of cake flour.

Step 4
~4 min

In a large bowl, beat granulated sugar, butter, oil, and vanilla extract at medium speed for 1.5 minutes until well blended.

Step 5
~4 min

Add brown sugar, yogurt, and egg whites to the bowl.

Step 6
~4 min

Beat the mixture at high speed for 1.5 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

In a separate bowl, lightly spoon 3 cups of sifted cake flour into dry measuring cups.

Step 8
~4 min

Combine the sifted flour, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, baking soda, and nutmeg in the bowl.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~4 min

Add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the cake batter into the prepared pans.

Step 11
~4 min

Sharply tap the pans once on the counter to remove air bubbles.

Step 12
~4 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 24 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 13
~4 min

Cool in the pans for 10 minutes on wire racks.

Step 14
~4 min

Remove the cakes from the pans and cool completely on wire racks.

Step 15
~4 min

Place one cake layer on a plate.

Step 16
~4 min

Spread with 1/3 cup of Caramel Frosting.

Step 17
~4 min

Top with another cake layer.

Step 18
~4 min

Spread with 1/3 cup of frosting.

Step 19
~4 min

Top with the remaining cake layer.

Step 20
~4 min

Spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use browned butter.

Add chopped nuts to the batter for added texture.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pair with a warm beverage.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Whipped cream
Caramel sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional dessert for holidays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100