layer cake

noun

1. a cake made in layers, with a cream, jelly, or other filling between them.

layer cake

noun

1. a cake made in layers with a filling

Word History and Origins

Origin of layer cake¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Today, with sufficient instructions and the right equipment, even an unskilled cook can turn out a decent mousse, custard or layer cake in a few hours — most of which is spent waiting for the thing to bake or set.

From Washington Post

Please note, this is not a single layer cake, so don’t even think about serving it with less than three layers.

From Eater

For no-fail, sky-high layer cakes, like the fluffy Southern cakes from Ben Mims’ story Southern Dreams, there are a few simple rules to follow.

From Popular-Science

The cakey part of this layer cake is mixed with instant (powdered) espresso, which gives it a nutty, toasted taste.

From The Daily Beast

I suppose your hired girl cooked that roast chicken and the layer-cake and the rolls for Samuel's noonings.

From Project Gutenberg

Pour into two large greased layer cake tins and bake in moderate oven 45 to 50 minutes.

From Project Gutenberg

Bake in two greased layer cake tins in moderate oven 15 to 20 minutes.

From Project Gutenberg

If it is desired to make a layer cake of this mixture, it will be necessary to double the quantities of the ingredients.

From Project Gutenberg

Fold in the chopped nuts, add the vanilla, pour into layer-cake pans, and bake.

From Project Gutenberg