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Delicious Salted Caramel Cake

Delicious Salted Caramel Cake
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Delicious Salted Caramel Cake is a moist and tender dessert that perfectly balances buttery sweetness with a hint of sea salt. Made from simple, everyday ingredients, this cake features a rich caramel flavor complemented by a luscious salted caramel frosting. Ideal for any occasion, it is easy to customize and sure to impress both experienced bakers and beginners alike.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (divided, some for caramel and some for batter)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk

Salted Caramel Frosting

  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients accurately. Soften the butter and eggs to room temperature to ensure everything blends evenly, giving the cake its soft texture.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract for that lovely aroma.
  3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of sea salt in a separate bowl. This evenly distributes the leavening agents, resulting in a uniform rise.
  4. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with milk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overworking the batter.
  5. Pour and Bake: Divide the batter evenly into prepared cake pans. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Make the Salted Caramel Frosting: Heat the caramel sauce gently with heavy cream and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and pourable. Then whip it with softened butter and powdered sugar to create a creamy, luscious frosting.
  7. Assemble the Cake: Once cooled completely, layer the cake with salted caramel frosting between each tier and generously cover the top and sides for a beautifully decadent finish.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending and a tender crumb.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
  • Use an oven thermometer to verify temperature for even baking.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Make your own caramel sauce for better control over sweetness and saltiness.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt atop the frosting for enhanced texture and flavor.

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Keywords: salted caramel cake, caramel cake, moist cake, sweet and salty dessert, caramel frosting, easy dessert

Find it online: https://emillycooks.com/delicious-salted-caramel-cake/