Description
Indulge in the decadent and rich flavors of this Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake. A moist and buttery cake soaked in a butter sauce and topped with a luscious salted caramel drizzle, this dessert is a true delight for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Butter Sauce:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- â…“ cup unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp water
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Salted Caramel Topping:
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare a Bundt pan.
- Mix the dry ingredients: Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in the softened butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 60–70 minutes.
- Make the butter sauce: Combine sugar, butter, and water in a saucepan, then stir in vanilla.
- Soak the cake: Poke holes in the warm cake and pour the butter sauce over it.
- Finish with caramel: Drizzle caramel sauce and sprinkle sea salt over the cooled cake.
Notes
- This cake tastes better the next day, developing deeper flavors.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Enhance with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a luxurious serving.
