Butterscotch Cream Cake
A rich, moist butterscotch cream cake featuring layers of tender yellow cake and a luscious butterscotch-flavored filling, perfect for celebrations or special gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg. (2 layer size) yellow cake mix
- 1 1/2 c. milk ⓘ
- 3 eggs ⓘ
- 1/2 c. sugar ⓘ
- 1/2 c. Watkins butterscotch dessert mix ⓘ
- 1 tsp. Watkins vanilla extract ⓘ
- 3/4 c. sugar
- 2 Tbsp. Watkins butterscotch dessert mix ⓘ
- 1/2 c. evaporated milk or light cream ⓘ
- 1/3 c. hot water ⓘ
- 1/4 c. butter ⓘ
- 1 egg, slightly beaten ⓘ
- 1 c. flaked coconut ⓘ
- 1 c. chopped pecans ⓘ
- 1 1/2 tsp. Watkins caramel flavor ⓘ
Instructions
- Prepare the cake mix by adding milk, eggs, 1/2 cup butterscotch dessert mix, and vanilla extract. Mix and bake as directed on the package in three greased and wax paper-lined 9-inch layer pans.
- Cool the cakes for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of low-fat. You can substitute the butterscotch dessert mix with homemade butterscotch sauce if desired. If you want to add a different texture, consider folding in some crushed pineapple or banana puree. Make sure the cake layers are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slices of this cake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped pecans on top for added crunch. It pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful afternoon treat. For a complete meal, consider serving it alongside a light dessert like Good-For You Salad.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover Butterscotch Cream Cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To keep it moist, place a slice of bread in the container. If you want to reheat, use the microwave in short bursts to avoid drying out the cake.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Butterscotch Cream Cake contains roughly 566 calories, with 5g protein, 60g carbohydrates, and 30g fat. It is a good source of iron (13% of the Daily Value) and calcium (13% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Absolutely! Substitute the yellow cake mix with a gluten-free cake mix. Just ensure that all other ingredients, including the butterscotch mix and vanilla extract, are gluten-free as well.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).