Description
Old Fashioned Caramel Cake is a nostalgic delight, featuring moist layers enveloped in rich caramel frosting—perfect for family gatherings or special celebrations.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Unsalted Butter
- Whole Milk
- Eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- Brown Sugar (for frosting)
- Cream Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until combined.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, combine brown sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbly; let cool slightly before spreading on cooled cakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Consider using brown sugar in the cake for added flavor. Experiment with almond extract instead of vanilla for a different twist. Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips between layers for extra texture.