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Best Caramel Cake Recipe

Homemade Caramel Cake Recipe

Indulge in layers of caramel bliss with our irresistible, buttery-smooth Caramel Drizzle Cake – a sweet symphony for your senses!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling and Frosting: 1 hour 35 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
Calories: 450kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 11

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or Electric Hand Mixer
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven
  • Oven Mitts
  • Cooling Rack
  • Cake Stand
  • Icing Knife

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk
  • 1 cup caramel sauce plus extra for drizzling

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, beating well.
    In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, beating well.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Stir in 1 cup of caramel sauce.
    In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Stir in 1 cup of caramel sauce.
  • Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely on a rack.
    Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely on a rack.
  • For the frosting, beat butter, powdered sugar, and caramel sauce until smooth. Add a pinch of salt for balance.
    For the frosting, beat butter, powdered sugar, and caramel sauce until smooth. Add a pinch of salt for balance.
  • Frost each cake layer generously, stacking them on top of each other.
  • Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top for a decadent finish.
    Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top for a decadent finish.
  • Slice and indulge in the rich, moist, and caramel-infused goodness of your homemade caramel cake!

Notes

  1. Room Temperature Ingredients: Bring butter, eggs, and milk to room temperature for a smoother batter.
  2. Precision in Measurement: Use accurate measuring tools for precise ingredient amounts.
  3. Careful Mixing: Cream butter and sugar appropriately, and avoid overmixing once flour is added.
  4. Quality Caramel: Opt for high-quality caramel sauce for enhanced flavor.
  5. Complete Cooling: Allow cake layers to cool entirely before frosting for a polished finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
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