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Creamy Caramel Cake: 10 Tips for the Best Dessert Ever

Creamy Caramel Cake
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This Creamy Caramel Cake is a show-stopping dessert with rich, buttery cake layers and a silky, homemade caramel frosting that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup whole milk
  • 4 to 5 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a mixer, beat butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each, then mix in vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients with milk and sour cream, starting and ending with dry. Mix just until combined.
  6. Divide the batter into the pans, tap to remove air bubbles, and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely on racks.
  7. To make frosting, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and salt, stir until bubbly. Add milk, stir until smooth. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  8. Beat in powdered sugar gradually, adding vanilla. Adjust texture with more sugar or milk if needed.
  9. Assemble cake with frosting between layers, on top, and around the sides. Chill slightly for best slicing.
  10. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Perfect for any occasion.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
  • Adjust frosting thickness with powdered sugar or milk.

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