Decadent Delight: Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake Recipe

Elevate your dessert game with this Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake, a modern twist on a vintage Southern classic. This moist, buttery cake is soaked in a rich butter sauce and drizzled with luxurious homemade salted caramel, making it the perfect show-stopping treat for birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion. Follow this easy recipe for a dessert that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

For the Butter Cake:

• 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp almond extract (optional, for depth)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt

For the Butter Sauce (Soak):

• ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup (75 g) unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Salted Caramel Sauce:

• 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
• 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, cubed
• ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, room temperature
• 1 tsp sea salt (flaky sea salt for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan thoroughly.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 2: Bake the Cake

1. Pour batter evenly into the Bundt pan.
2. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
3. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the cake with a skewer or fork.

Step 3: Make the Butter Sauce

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and water. Heat over medium-low until melted and dissolved (do not boil).
2. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and slowly pour over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
3. Let the cake rest for 30 minutes, then invert onto a serving platter.

Step 4: Prepare the Salted Caramel Sauce

1. In a heavy-bottom saucepan, melt sugar over medium heat, stirring until it turns deep amber.
2. Add butter (it will bubble), stirring until combined.
3. Slowly pour in cream, whisking until smooth. Stir in sea salt and let cool slightly.

Step 5: Assemble and Serve

1. Drizzle cooled cake generously with warm salted caramel sauce.
2. Optional: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt for a gourmet touch.
3. Serve with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or fresh berries.

Tips for Success

• Buttermilk Substitute: Mix 1 cup milk with 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice; let sit for 5 minutes.
• Caramel Caution: Watch sugar closely to avoid burning; use a heavy pan for even heat.
• Storage: Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze (without caramel) for up to 3 months.
• Serving Tip: Warm slices for 15 seconds in the microwave to enhance flavors.

Nutrition (Per Slice, 1/12 of Cake)

• Calories: ~460
• Carbohydrates: 56g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 23g
• Sugar: 42g

✨ This Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake is the ultimate decadent dessert, blending nostalgic Southern charm with luxurious salted caramel. Perfect for holiday desserts, birthday cakes, or any occasion where you want to impress. For more baking tips and dessert recipes, visit 25insurance.com