Description
Decadent Caramel Cake is the ultimate indulgence—a luxurious dessert that combines a rich, buttery cake with a velvety caramel sauce. Each slice is an exquisite blend of textures and flavors, where the moist cake melts in your mouth, perfectly complemented by a drizzle of warm caramel. This show-stopping treat is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply enjoying a cozy night in. With straightforward ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create this impressive dessert in your own kitchen. Elevate your dessert game with a slice of this delightful caramel wonder, topped with fresh berries or served alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar (for caramel sauce)
- ½ cup heavy cream (for caramel sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream together butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with milk until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the caramel sauce, melt brown sugar over medium heat; once melted, stir in warm heavy cream until combined.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before drizzling with caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Consider adding chopped nuts or fresh fruits as toppings for added texture. Store leftover cake in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature.