Butterscotch Cake with Caramel Frosting

 Butterscotch Cake with Caramel Frosting

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup packed light brown sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

½ cup buttermilk (or ½ cup milk + 1 tsp vinegar, let sit 5 min)

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

¼ tsp salt

½ cup butterscotch chips (optional, for extra flavor)

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For the Caramel Frosting:

½ cup unsalted butter

1 cup packed light brown sugar

¼ cup milk or heavy cream

1 ½ to 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted for smoothness)

½ tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

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  Instructions

Step 1: Make the Butterscotch Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan.

2. In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture in 3 parts, alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with flour.

6. Fold in butterscotch chips (if using).

7. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Let cake cool in pan 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on a rack.

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Step 2: Make the Caramel Frosting

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

2. Stir in brown sugar and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

3. Add milk or cream and bring to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and cool slightly (5–10 minutes).

4. Stir in vanilla and salt.

5. Gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth and spreadable. Add more sugar for a thicker texture.

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Step 3: Frost & Serve

Spread frosting over the cooled cake.

Optional: Sprinkle with a few butterscotch chips or a light dusting of sea salt for flair.

Slice and enjoy the sweet, buttery magic!

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  Pro Tips:

Use dark brown sugar for a deeper, richer caramel flavor.

Make cu

pcakes with this recipe! Bake 18–20 minutes.

For extra elegance, drizzle with warm caramel sauce just before serving.