Easy Caramel Cake Recipe
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Easy Caramel Cake Recipe
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This easy caramel cake recipe takes boxed cake mix to the next level with a rich and creamy homemade caramel frosting.
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Ingredients
For the Cake
- 26.5 ounces vanilla cake mix (2 (13.25-ounce) boxes)
- 2 cups milk
- ⅔ cup unsalted butter melted (1⅓ sticks)
- 6 large eggs
For the Caramel Frosting
- 3 cups brown sugar
- 1½ cups unsalted butter softened (3 sticks)
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar sifted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two or three 9-inch cake pans. Set aside.
- Mix the cake mix, milk, butter, and eggs in a large bowl.
- Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans (about 827 grams per pan for 2 pans or 551 grams per pan for 3 pans). Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on wire racks for 10 minutes, then remove the cakes from the pans and allow them to cool completely on the racks.
For the Caramel Frosting
- In a large saucepan set over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter, milk, and salt. Allow everything to dissolve together and come to a low boil for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in vanilla. Pour the mixture in a large, heat-proof mixing bowl and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes until it is warm to the touch.
- Using a hand mixer, gradually beat in the powdered sugar until the frosting thickens, caramelizes, and is a spreadable consistency.
- Immediately, spread the nearly cooled frosting between and onto the stacked cake layers. If the frosting begins to be difficult to work with, blend in a little heavy cream until it is spreadable again.
Notes
- Storage: Store caramel cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1slice
Calories
925kcal
(46%)
Carbohydrates
138g
(46%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
40g
(62%)
Saturated Fat
24g
(120%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
2g
Cholesterol
188mg
(63%)
Sodium
608mg
(25%)
Potassium
242mg
(7%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
112g
(224%)
Vitamin A
1250IU
(25%)
Calcium
276mg
(28%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 925 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 925kcal | 46% |
| Carbohydrates | 138g | 46% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 188mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 608mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 242mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 112g | 224% |
| Vitamin A | 1250IU | 25% |
| Calcium | 276mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.7
111 reviews
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