Decadent Caramel Drizzle Cake

Introduction

Indulge in a rich and moist caramel cake, topped with luxurious caramel buttercream and a delicate caramel drizzle.

This dessert is perfect for those who adore the deep, buttery flavors of caramel paired with a light and fluffy sponge.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

Unsalted butter

Granulated sugar

Eggs

Vanilla extract

All-purpose flour

Baking powder

Salt

Whole milk

Dulce de leche or caramel sauce

For the Caramel Buttercream:

Unsalted butter

Powdered sugar

Vanilla extract

Homemade or store-bought caramel sauce

For the Caramel Drizzle:

Sugar

Water

Light corn syrup

Heavy whipping cream

Vanilla extract

Salt

Instructions

Preparation of the Cake:

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and dulce de leche.

Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.

Baking:

Divide the batter among prepared cake pans and bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Caramel Preparation:

Cook sugar, water, and corn syrup to a golden caramel color, then carefully mix in heavy cream and vanilla.

Buttercream Frosting:

Beat butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and caramel sauce.

Assembly:

Layer the cakes with caramel buttercream and finish with a smooth layer on top.

Drizzle caramel over the cake for a decorative finish.

Conclusion

This caramel cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines the comforting flavors of caramel with the richness of a buttery sponge cake.

Each bite offers a blend of creamy frosting and dense cake, making it a perfect choice for any celebration or as a treat for caramel lovers.

For detailed recipes and additional baking tips, you might want to explore sources like Cake by Courtney and Rock Recipes which provide comprehensive guides on creating the perfect caramel cake​