Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake
Savor the delightful blend of sweet and salty with Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake. This moist, buttery cake is smothered in rich salted caramel, creating an irresistible dessert perfect for any celebration. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this cake is guaranteed to impress everyone at the table with its captivating aroma and delectable taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared bundt pan, drizzle half of the salted caramel sauce over it, then add the remaining batter and top with more sauce.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool before transferring to a plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg