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Decadent Caramel Cake

A rich and flavorful cake perfect for celebrations and gatherings, featuring layers of caramel, butter, and sugar.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade Adjust to taste preference.
  • 2 1/2 cups All-purpose flour Sifted before measuring.
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 2 cups light packed Brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar For frosting.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 3 tsp Vanilla Pure vanilla extract preferred.
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Room temperature; can substitute with milk and vinegar.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream For frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the caramel sauce gently.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the three prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. Once cool, frost the cake with a mixture of powdered sugar and heavy cream or your preferred frosting.

Notes

To store leftover cake, place it in an airtight container. It can be kept at room temperature for a day or two, or refrigerated for longer freshness. If the cake has frosting, it’s best to keep it in the fridge to maintain its quality.