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Decadent Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake Recipe
Dive into the indulgence of Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake, a rich and moist dessert that combines the deep flavors of caramel with a soft, buttery cake. This recipe guides you through each step of creating a dessert that's as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Why This Cake is a Showstopper
- Rich Flavor: Combines the richness of butter cake with the sweetness of homemade salted caramel.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Ideal for celebrations, holidays, or as a luxurious treat to elevate your weekend baking.
- Visually Impressive: Guaranteed to impress guests with its elegant appearance and decadent drizzle of caramel.
Ingredients List
For the Cake:
- All-Purpose Flour: 3 cups
- Granulated Sugar: 2 cups
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking Soda: ½ teaspoon
- Cream of Tartar: ½ teaspoon
- Caramel Flavored Coffee Creamer (or Buttermilk): 1 cup
- Softened Butter: 1 cup
- Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons
- Eggs: 4 (room temperature)
For the Caramel Butter Drizzle:
- Sugar: ¼ cup
- Butter: 1/8 cup
- Caramel Flavored Coffee Creamer: 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons
For Homemade Salted Caramel Topping:
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Water: ¼ cup
- Heavy Cream: ¾ cup
- Butter: ½ cup
- Sea Salt or Kosher Salt: 1 teaspoon
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
Bake the Cake
- Prepare Your Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, cream of tartar, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the coffee creamer, butter, vanilla, and eggs.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, mixing on medium until smooth, about 3 minutes.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a tester comes out clean.
Prepare the Caramel Butter Drizzle
- Cook the Drizzle: While the cake bakes, prepare the drizzle by combining sugar, butter, creamer, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Finish the Cake: Poke holes in the warm cake and pour the caramel butter drizzle over, allowing it to soak in.
Make the Salted Caramel Topping
- Caramelize Sugar: Cook sugar and water in a pot over medium heat until golden.
- Finalize the Caramel: Remove from heat; slowly stir in cream, then butter and salt.
- Cool: Let the caramel cool before drizzling over the cake.
Tips for Perfect Results
- Cake Consistency: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter.
- Caramel Color: Watch the caramel closely as it cooks to avoid burning.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve the cake slightly warm for maximum flavor.
This Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake is more than just a dessert; it's a celebration of flavors that are sure to delight anyone who takes a bite. Perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious treat, this cake promises to be a memorable part of your culinary repertoire.
