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Brown Butter Caramel Cake

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Calories 520
A rich and indulgent cake featuring a buttery caramel flavor, perfect for special occasions or a decadent treat.

Ingredients

Batter

  • 2 cups unsalted butter
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 eggs eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature

Caramel

  • 9 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cold
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • Prepare the cake batter by creaming butter and sugars, then adding eggs, vanilla, and dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk.
  • Bake the cake at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Make the caramel by melting butter and brown sugar, then adding heavy cream, vanilla, and salt; simmer until thickened.
  • Allow the cake to cool, then spread the caramel over the top.
  • Prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth, then spread over the caramel layer.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and ensure all dairy is at room temperature.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butter, cake, caramel