Description
Old Fashioned Caramel Cake is a delightful dessert that evokes nostalgia and sweetness at every gathering. This classic recipe features moist vanilla cake layers generously drizzled with rich caramel frosting, making it the perfect centerpiece for birthdays, holidays, or cozy family dinners. The buttery flavors and melt-in-your-mouth texture will transport you back to simpler times spent in your grandmother’s kitchen. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, this cake can be adorned with nuts, spices, or even a chocolate drizzle to suit your taste. With clear step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you’ll create a show-stopping dessert that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup packed brown sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time; add vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with caramel icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better blending. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and airy. Customize by adding nuts or spices like cinnamon for enhanced flavor.