Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake is a delectable dessert that combines the rich flavors of butter, caramel, and a touch of salt. This moist and tender cake is soaked in a luscious caramel glaze, making it irresistible. Perfect for any special occasion or as a sweet treat for yourself.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
For the caramel glaze:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Sea salt, for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the caramel glaze. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the granulated sugar and water, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in the heavy cream and salt, and continue to simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Remove the cake from the oven and immediately poke holes all over the surface using a skewer or fork.
- Pour the warm caramel glaze over the hot cake, allowing it to soak into the holes and cover the surface.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan before inverting onto a serving plate.
- Sprinkle with sea salt for an extra touch of flavor (optional).
- Slice and serve the Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake. Enjoy!
