Description
A delightful dessert that combines sweet and salty flavors with rich layers of creamy caramel buttercream and homemade salted caramel.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup homemade salted caramel
- 2 cups caramel buttercream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes before removing them from the pans.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with caramel buttercream and drizzle with homemade salted caramel.
- Decorate the top with additional caramel if desired.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. For best results, cool layers completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American