PREP TIME: 40 MINS | COOK TIME: 30 MINS | TOTAL TIME: 1 HR 10 MINS | SERVINGS: 12
Decadent and amazingly rich – this heavenly Southern Caramel Cake with loads of sweet icing is the perfect cake for all occasions!
INGREDIENTS :
Cake:
- 4 eggs
- 3/4 c. butter (1 1/2 sticks)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 c. milk
- 2 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 c. sugar
Caramel Icing:
- 1/2 c. butter
- 1 box of light brown sugar (1 lb.)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 7 tbsp evaporated milk
DIRECTIONS :
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 325 degrees. Ready two 9-inch cake pans. Grease, flour, and set aside.
Step 2: Place the butter and milk in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat until the butter has melted. Stir well and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Step 3: Place the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix well until blended.
Step 4: Beat the egg and sugar using an electric mixer on high speed until light yellow and smooth. Whisk in the flour until just incorporated. Then, add the cooled milk mixture along with the vanilla. Mix well.
Step 5: Between the prepared pans, divide the batter. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched in the middle.
Step 6: On a wire rack, place the pans and allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes. Then, take the cakes out of the pans and allow them to cool completely.
Step 7: To make the icing, place the brown sugar, butter, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan with a heavy bottom. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir and decrease the heat to gently boil the icing. Cook for about 7 minutes. When done, let the icing cool for about 5 minutes.
Step 8: Using a wooden spoon, beat the icing for about 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened.
Step 9: On a platter or cake stand, place the bottom layer of the cake. Spread the icing on top, working quickly before the icing sets. On top, place the second cake layer and ice the top and sides. Using a knife dipped in hot water, smooth the icing out.
Nutrition Info.
Calories: 509 kcal
