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Southern Caramel Cake with Homemade Caramel Frosting

Southern Caramel Cake with Homemade Caramel Frosting

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This Southern Caramel Cake with Homemade Caramel Frosting is a rich and buttery dessert that embodies comfort and nostalgia. It features tender yellow cake layers topped with a luscious homemade caramel frosting, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering.

  • Total Time: 60 mins
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups All-purpose flour
1 ½ cups Granulated sugar
1 tablespoon Baking powder
½ teaspoon Salt
½ cup Unsalted butter (softened)
3 Large eggs
1 cup Whole milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
2 cups Granulated sugar (for frosting)
1 cup Unsalted butter (for frosting)
1 cup Heavy cream
½ cup Milk (for frosting)
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
¼ teaspoon Salt (for frosting)
2–3 cups Powdered sugar (as needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8 or 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt
  3. Add the softened unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until it resembles coarse crumbs
  4. Beat in the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each additio
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add this mixture to the batter in three additions, alternating with dry ingredients
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a skewer inserted comes out clea
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely
  8. For the frosting, in a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter and add 2 cups of granulated sugar
  9. Stir until the mixture turns a light golden caramel color, then carefully add 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of milk while stirring
  10. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt
  11. Cool the caramel frosting mixture completely before whipping in powdered sugar to achieve a spreadable consistency
  12. Once the cakes are cool, level them if necessary and stack with frosting in between layers and on top
  13. Allow the frosting to set for at least 30 minutes at room temperature before serving

Notes

Store the cake at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

For freezing, wrap cake layers tightly and freeze for up to 2-3 months.

  • Author: THOMAS
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: Contains Dairy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 650 kcal
  • Sugar: 60g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 22g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 80g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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