Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Caramel Cake, a rich and moist dessert that will captivate your taste buds with its buttery cake base and velvety caramel glaze. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply a sweet treat at home. Each slice offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that combines decadent flavors with an impressive presentation—ideal for impressing family and friends. Whether served with fresh fruits or a dollop of whipped cream, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Begin and end with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- While cooling, prepare caramel sauce by combining brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until melted and dissolved. Bring to simmer; reduce heat low and cook for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract.
- Once cooled, place one layer on serving plate; spread caramel sauce generously over top. Place second layer on top; drizzle more caramel sauce over top and edges. Allow caramel to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg