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Golden caramel cake

Golden Caramel Cake That Will Impress Every Dessert Lover

This Golden Caramel Cake is a decadent dessert that transforms any occasion into a celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Can replace part with coconut sugar.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Light brown is preferred.
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter At room temperature.
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil Substitute with melted coconut oil for flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt is a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Essence can be used instead.
  • 1 cup Full-fat milk Can use almond or oat milk.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch Can be omitted.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter.
For the Caramel Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter At room temperature.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Aim for a deep golden color.
  • 1/2 cup Evaporated milk Substitute with heavy cream if needed.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Skip if using salted butter.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream Can be replaced with plant-based cream.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Essence can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • 8-inch round cake tins
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) with the fan on. Grease or line two 8-inch round cake tins.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the full-fat milk, until just incorporated.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake tins and bake for 28–30 minutes.
  7. For the frosting, combine unsalted butter, granulated sugar, evaporated milk, and salt in a saucepan. Cook over low heat until thickened, about an hour.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then let cool slightly before spreading.
  9. Once cooled, level the cake layers, frost between layers, and cover the cake obscuring all parts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh fruit for an extra delightful touch. Can be made gluten-free by swapping flour.

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