Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Brown Butter Caramel Cake, a delightful dessert that is sure to impress at any gathering. This moist cake combines the nutty notes of brown butter with a luscious caramel filling, creating a decadent treat for any occasion. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence, this cake boasts a beautiful presentation with its creamy frosting and caramel swirl that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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, at room temperature
- 1 tbsp vanilla
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown; let it cool slightly.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, buttermilk, and browned butter until smooth.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for about 36 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the caramel sauce: Melt remaining unsalted butter with brown sugar in a saucepan; slowly add heavy cream while stirring until thickened. Set aside to cool.
- For frosting: Beat cold cream cheese and gradually add powdered sugar until well combined.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with caramel sauce and frosting in between; frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 36 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 245mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Watch the butter closely while browning to achieve the perfect nutty flavor without burning. Add extra caramel sauce on top for an even richer dessert experience.