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Vanilla Cream Cake with Quick Caramel Frosting Recipe

Vanilla Cream Cake with Quick Caramel Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this Vanilla Cream Cake with Quick Caramel Frosting. A moist and tender vanilla cake is layered with a luscious caramel frosting, creating a perfect dessert for any celebration or special occasion.

Ingredients

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For the cake:

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

For the caramel frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.

    2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk/cream mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

  2. To make the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cook for 2 minutes until bubbly. Add milk and bring to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Let cool slightly until spreadable. Frost cooled cake layers and serve.

Notes

  • Frosting sets quickly, so work fast when spreading.
  • If it hardens too much, warm gently and stir to loosen.
  • Garnish with sea salt or chopped pecans if desired.

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