Classic Southern Caramel Cake

Step into the world of Southern baking with this classic Southern Caramel Delight Cake, a testament to the rich, comforting flavors of the South. Each bite of this decadent cake takes you on a journey through layers of moist, buttery cake and silky, sweet caramel frosting. It’s a celebration of simple, yet exquisite flavors that come together to create a dessert that’s not just a treat for the palate but a warm hug for the soul.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 3 cups flour, self-rising
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• For the Southern Caramel Frosting:
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup Crisco
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Grease three 9-inch cake pans and line with parchment paper.
3. Beat butter until light and fluffy, then add sugar and continue to beat for 5 minutes.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
5. Alternately add flour and buttermilk, starting and ending with flour. Mix well after each addition.
6. Add vanilla and mix thoroughly.
7. Divide batter evenly among pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
8. Remove cakes from pans and cool on racks.
9. For the frosting, mix all ingredients in a 3-4 quart cast iron dutch oven.
10. Cook to softball stage (235º – 245º) using a candy thermometer or the cold water test.
11. Remove from heat and beat until creamy and spreadable.
12. Frost the cooled cake layers.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Kcal: 620 kcal | Servings: 12