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Salted Caramel Cake

Salted Caramel Cake
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Indulge in the decadence of Salted Caramel Cake, a dessert that beautifully marries layers of moist vanilla cake with rich, homemade salted caramel and a silky buttercream frosting. This cake is not just a treat; it’s a centerpiece for any celebration, from birthdays to anniversaries. With its enticing balance of sweet and salty flavors, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser. The stunning presentation of glossy frosting and the delightful taste make it a showstopper at any gathering. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the kitchen, this recipe provides easy-to-follow instructions for creating an unforgettable dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 140 g granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp water
  • 40 g butter
  • 150 g heavy cream
  • big pinch of salt
  • 340 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 180 g butter (room temperature)
  • 300 g granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 240 g Greek yogurt (as a substitute for sour cream)
  • 60 g vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 400 g butter (room temperature)
  • 660 g powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp caramel

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salted caramel sauce by cooking sugar and water until amber, then add butter and cream, stirring in salt.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch cake pans.
  3. Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl; cream butter and sugar in another before adding eggs, sour cream, oil, and vanilla.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed. Divide batter into prepared pans.
  5. Bake for about 20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
  6. For the buttercream, beat room temperature butter until creamy; add powdered sugar gradually along with vanilla extract and caramel sauce.
  7. Assemble the cake by layering salted caramel sauce and buttercream between cooled cake layers.

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