caramel cake

How To Make caramel cake

• 1

  In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar and 1 cup butter until light and fluffy.
• 2

  Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add sour cream, and vanilla. Mix well.
• 3

  In a smaller bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to butter mixture alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat on low until just combined after each addition.
• 4

  Pour batter evenly into three standard greased and floured 9 inch round cake pans or two deep 9 inch round cake pans(2 inches deep or more).
• 5

  Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean.
• 6

  Cool layers in pans for 10 minutes then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
• 7

  Frosting: In a dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat, combine remaining 1 cup of butter, brown sugar, evaporated milk, and salt. Mix well.
• 8

  Cook for 10-12 minutes or until mixture reaches 235 degrees.
• 9

  Cool slightly and beat with hand mixer until mixture reaches spreading consistency. Frosting will continue to thicken as it cools. If frosting becomes too thick, add a little milk. If frosting is too thin, continue beating.
• 10

  Quickly spread between layers and on top and sides. Serve at room temperature.
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