“Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Delight Cake”

Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Delight Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Caramel Filling:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup heavy cream (more if needed for consistency)

For Garnishing:

• Chocolate shavings or chips
• Caramel drizzle (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
   • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   • Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
   • Slowly add the boiling water, stirring constantly. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay—it helps create a moist cake.
   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Caramel Filling:
   • In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, butter, brown sugar, and salt.
   • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to simmer. Continue to cook for 4-5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
   • Remove the caramel from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool to room temperature.
3. Prepare the Chocolate Frosting:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
   • Add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
   • Slowly add the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. If it’s too thick, add more cream; if it’s too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
4. Assemble the Cake:
   • Place the first layer of chocolate cake on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of caramel filling over the top, allowing it to drip slightly over the edges.
   • Place the second layer of cake on top, gently pressing down to adhere.
   • Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the chocolate frosting, using a spatula to create a smooth, even layer.
   • Drizzle some extra caramel over the top of the cake and garnish with chocolate shavings or chips for an extra touch of indulgence.
5. Serve:
   • Slice and serve the Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Delight Cake. This cake is rich, so a little goes a long way!

Tips:

• For Extra Moisture: You can add 1/2 cup of sour cream to the chocolate cake batter for extra moisture and richness.
• Make Ahead: You can make the cake layers and caramel filling a day ahead and store them in the fridge. Assemble the cake the next day.
• Caramel Variations: For a deeper caramel flavor, you can cook the caramel filling a little longer to thicken it even more before adding to the cake.

Enjoy this Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Delight Cake—it’s sure to be a showstopper at your next celebration!