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Graham Cracker Cake


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  • Author: Brooklyn

Description

Soft and fluffy graham cracker cake layered with creamy frosting and topped with sweet graham cracker crumbs for a cozy nostalgic dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease two round cake pans.
  2. Whisk flour, 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk into the butter mixture until smooth.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake layers completely.
  9. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy.
  10. Frost the cooled cake layers and sprinkle the remaining graham cracker crumbs over the top.
  11. Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use fine graham cracker crumbs for smoother texture.
  • Let the cake cool fully before frosting.
  • Store refrigerated because of the cream cheese frosting.
  • Add cinnamon for extra warm flavor.