Description
Indulge in a delightful Salted Caramel Cake that features layers of moist sponge cake, rich caramel frosting, and a luscious salted caramel drizzle. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual get-togethers, and its unique blend of sweet and salty flavors will impress everyone at your table. With straightforward steps and customizable options to suit your taste preferences, this cake is a beginner-friendly dessert that delivers stunning results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 225 grams unsalted butter (softened)
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 125 grams light brown sugar
- 225 grams self-raising flour
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
- 1 tablespoon treacle
- 400 grams unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 800 grams icing sugar
- Carnation caramel (approximately one tin)
- Flaky salt (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease two 6-inch round cake tins.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, caster sugar, and light brown sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Add vanilla bean paste and treacle; mix well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Sift in self-raising flour and gently fold until combined.
- Divide batter between tins and bake for 32–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in tins for about 10–15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Trim tops for even layers and slice each cake in half horizontally.
- Prepare buttercream by beating softened butter until fluffy; gradually add icing sugar and mix until combined.
- Stir in vanilla bean paste and Carnation caramel; adjust consistency with milk if necessary.
- Assemble the cake with layers of buttercream and caramel drizzle between each layer, then apply a crumb coat followed by a final layer of buttercream.
- Drizzle warm caramel over the top and decorate as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Customize the toppings with nuts or fresh fruit for added texture.