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Brown Butter Caramel Cake

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Indulge in the rich flavors of our Brown Butter Caramel Cake, a dessert that promises to impress at any gathering. With its moist layers infused with nutty brown butter and drizzled with luscious caramel sauce, this cake is a true celebration of taste. Whether you’re hosting a special event or simply treating yourself to something sweet, this cake will steal the show. Its straightforward preparation makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to create a dessert that will become an instant favorite among family and friends!

Ingredients

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  • 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 (for caramel sauce)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (for caramel sauce)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla (for caramel sauce)
  • 1/4 tsp salt (for caramel sauce)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cold
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, then set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and brown butter until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs and vanilla to the sugar mixture; mix well.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for about 36 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. For the caramel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan and stir in brown sugar; add heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
  9. Frost cooled cake layers with cream cheese frosting and drizzle with caramel sauce.

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