Description
The Caramel Cloud Cake is a light, airy dessert featuring fluffy cake layers drenched in a rich, buttery caramel glaze. Perfect for celebrations or daily indulgence, this cake offers a delightful balance of texture and flavor with simple ingredients and customizable options to suit any taste.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch cake pans. In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture. Melt the butter and carefully incorporate it into the batter, maintaining a light consistency.
- Bake the Layers: Divide the batter evenly between the two greased cake pans. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures moist and springy cake layers.
- Make the Caramel Glaze: While the cakes cool, melt the brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until it bubbles and turns a deep golden brown. Stir in the butter and heavy cream, whisking continuously until the glaze is smooth and glossy.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spoon some caramel glaze over it. Stack the second layer on top and pour the remaining caramel glaze all over the cake, allowing it to gently drip down the edges.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 30 minutes to let the caramel set. Slice and enjoy the combination of fluffy cake and creamy caramel glaze.
Notes
- Measure flour accurately to keep the cake fluffy; too much flour can make it dense.
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for better mixing and even crumb.
- Fold batter gently to preserve air and lightness.
- Watch the caramel closely to prevent burning.
- Allow cake to cool fully before glazing to avoid the caramel sliding off.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Caramel Cloud Cake, fluffy cake, caramel glaze, dessert, homemade cake
