An amazing caramel cake is a true indulgence, with layers of moist cake infused with rich caramel flavor and topped with creamy caramel frosting. This dessert is perfect for celebrations, birthdays, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth with its decadent taste. Follow this recipe to create your own spectacular caramel cake that will impress everyone who tries it.
Ingredients for Amazing Caramel Cake
For the Cake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups cake flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
For the Caramel Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 2-4 tablespoons heavy cream, as needed
How to Make Amazing Caramel Cake
Step 1: Make the Caramel Sauce
- Heat Sugar: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon.
- Melt Sugar: Sugar will form clumps and eventually melt into a thick, amber-colored liquid as you continue to stir. Be careful not to burn.
- Add Butter and Cream: Once sugar is completely melted, add butter. Be careful, as mixture will bubble rapidly. Stir butter into sugar until completely melted, about 2-3 minutes.
