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Caramel Drizzle Birthday Cake

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A moist and fluffy birthday cake layered with rich vanilla frosting and topped with a luscious homemade caramel drizzle, perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
  • 6 tbsp butter (for caramel)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for caramel)
  • Pinch of salt (optional, for salted caramel)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool completely.
  8. To make the frosting, beat butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in milk and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
  9. For the caramel, melt sugar over medium heat in a saucepan, stirring constantly until it turns amber in color.
  10. Add the butter and stir until melted. Slowly pour in the cream and continue stirring until smooth. Add a pinch of salt if desired. Cool slightly.
  11. Frost the cooled cake layers and drizzle the caramel over the top. Let set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure caramel is slightly cooled before drizzling to avoid melting the frosting.
  • Store cake in the refrigerator if not serving immediately.
  • Use cake strips on pans for flatter layers.

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