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Brown Butter Caramel Cake

Brown Butter Caramel Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of making a Brown Butter Caramel Cake, a dessert that effortlessly combines rich flavors and moist texture for any occasion. This cake features the nutty essence of browned butter paired with luscious caramel, topped off with creamy frosting that makes every bite a celebration. Whether it’s for birthdays, holidays, or simply to enjoy on a cozy evening at home, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Its ease of preparation makes it a perfect choice for bakers of all skill levels. Let’s dive into this delicious adventure!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups unsalted butter
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • For caramel sauce: 9 tbsp unsalted butter, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract, and pinch of salt.
  • For frosting: 8 oz cream cheese and 2 cups powdered sugar.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your cake pans by greasing them.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until browned and nutty.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the browned butter and sugars until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and buttermilk.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for about 36 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  7. For the caramel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in brown sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Simmer briefly.
  8. Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; mix in cooled browned butter for frosting.
  9. Assemble the cake with layers of caramel sauce and generous frosting on top.

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