Caramel Drip Cake

Caramel Drip Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk

For the Caramel Sauce:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
• Add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

3. Bake the Cake:

• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
• Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Prepare the Caramel Sauce:

• In a medium saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until it turns a deep amber color.
• Carefully add the heavy cream (the mixture will bubble up), and stir until smooth.
• Remove from heat and stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Let the caramel sauce cool to room temperature.

5. Prepare the Frosting:

• In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until combined.
• Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until light and fluffy.

6. Assemble the Cake:

• Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top.
• Place the second cake layer on top and spread a thin layer of frosting over the entire cake to create a crumb coat. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
• Spread the remaining frosting evenly over the cake.

7. Add the Caramel Drip:

• Pour the cooled caramel sauce over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

8. Serve:

• Slice and serve the cake. Enjoy the delicious combination of fluffy cake and rich caramel!

Enjoy this delectable caramel drip cake, perfect for any special occasion or just as a treat!