Layer Cake

A Layer Cake is a celebratory dessert composed of multiple cake rounds stacked with frosting or filling, originating from 18th-century Europe and popularized globally. Its typical ingredients include flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and flavorings like vanilla or chocolate, with frostings such as buttercream, cream cheese, or ganache.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, providing quick energy but limited essential nutrients, with a single slice containing roughly 300-500 calories depending on size and ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	60 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	42 g
Sodium	320 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin A	200 IU
Vitamin D	15 IU
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.2 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg

Per 1 slice (1/12 of a 9-inch cake, ~120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Layer Cakes have become a cultural centerpiece for celebrations, symbolizing abundance and artistry, while their layered structure allows for creative flavor combinations and visual appeal that reflect regional traditions and personal expression.