caramel Kentucky butter cake

Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake is a beloved Southern dessert that combines the rich flavors of butter, vanilla, and caramel in a moist and tender cake. This cake is soaked in a luscious butter sauce, ensuring every bite is decadently flavorful. Topped with a homemade caramel glaze, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and richness. Whether you’re serving it for a special occasion or a simple family gathering, this Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake is sure to impress with its melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible taste.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Butter Sauce:

• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Caramel Glaze:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

For the Cake:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the softened butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined.
4. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.

For the Butter Sauce:

1. Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, and water. Cook, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
2. Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Soak the Cake: While the cake is still warm, use a skewer or fork to poke holes all over the cake. Slowly pour the butter sauce over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

For the Caramel Glaze:

1. Caramelize the Sugar: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and turns a deep amber color.
2. Add Cream and Butter: Carefully add the heavy cream and butter to the caramel. Be cautious as it will bubble vigorously. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
3. Add Vanilla and Salt: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
4. Glaze the Cake: Allow the caramel glaze to cool slightly, then pour it over the cooled cake.

Serving

Let the cake sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy this rich and indulgent dessert!

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