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Caramel Cake with Caramel Icing

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Indulge in the decadent richness of this Caramel Cake, topped with an irresistible caramel icing. Perfect for gatherings and celebrations.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup salted butter (divided into 2 sticks)
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups brown sugar (divided into 3 and 1/2 cups for icing)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (divided into 1 and 1/2 teaspoons for icing)
  • 2 cups flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (divided into 1/4 teaspoon for icing)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup evaporated milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper or coat it well with nonstick spray.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of salted butter and 1 cup of water over medium-high heat. Stir in 2 cups of brown sugar and bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the mixture and stir to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups of flour with baking soda and salt.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and 1/2 cup of sour cream, then add to the batter, stirring until fully combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For the icing, melt 3/4 cup salted butter, 3 and 1/2 cups brown sugar, 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup evaporated milk, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened.
  8. Remove from heat and mix in 1 and 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Cool the icing in an ice bath while stirring.
  9. Once slightly thickened, pour it over the baked cake. Allow the icing to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before adding icing for a smooth finish. Leftovers can be stored covered at room temperature for up to three days.

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