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Salted Caramel Cake

Indulge in the delightful experience of our Salted Caramel Cake, a perfect blend of moist vanilla layers and rich homemade salted caramel. This dessert stands out not just for its decadent flavor but also for its beautiful presentation, making it an ideal centerpiece for any occasion—from birthdays to casual gatherings. The combination of sweet and salty notes in this cake will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests. With its creamy buttercream frosting and customizable options, this Salted Caramel Cake is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: About 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 140 g granulated sugar (for caramel)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp water
  • 40 g butter
  • 150 g heavy cream
  • big pinch of salt
  • 340 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 180 g butter (room temperature)
  • 300 g granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 240 g sour cream (room temperature)
  • 60 g vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 400 g butter (for frosting)
  • 660 g powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp caramel

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salted caramel by heating sugar and water until golden amber, then blend in butter, cream, and salt. Let cool.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat room-temperature butter with granulated sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix in sour cream, oil, and vanilla until smooth; combine with dry ingredients.
  5. Bake in preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes.
  6. For buttercream, beat room-temperature butter; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  7. Assemble the cake with layers of salted caramel and buttercream.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 55g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 62g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting to maintain structure. Customize by adding nuts or using different extracts.

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