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There’s something magical about a homemade cake baking in the oven. The warm aroma fills the kitchen, wrapping everyone in comfort and anticipation. This Old-Fashioned Caramel Butter Cake is rich, soft, buttery, and topped with a silky caramel glaze that melts into every bite. It’s the kind of dessert that brings families together and disappears fast at gatherings.
📜 History
Butter cakes date back to European baking traditions in the 18th century, when creaming butter and sugar became a popular method for creating light, tender cakes. Over time, home bakers added caramel sauces for extra richness, turning a simple butter cake into a decadent celebration dessert. In many Southern kitchens, caramel cake became a symbol of love and special occasions.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Cake:
2½ cups all-purpose flour
2½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
For the Caramel Glaze:
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
🥣 Formation & Preparation Method
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk, mixing until smooth.
Step 2: Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool slightly.
🍮 Caramel Glaze Method
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
Add brown sugar and stir continuously for 2–3 minutes.
Pour in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt.
Pour warm glaze over slightly warm cake.
The glaze will seep into the cake, forming a soft caramel layer inside and a glossy topping outside.
❤️ Why Lovers Adore This Cake
It’s incredibly moist and buttery.
The caramel flavor is deep and comforting.
Perfect for holidays, family dinners, or church gatherings.
Tastes even better the next day.
This is the kind of cake people ask you to bring again and again.
🍰 Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Add chopped pecans for a nutty twist.
Pair with hot coffee or tea.
🏁 Conclusion
This Old-Fashioned Caramel Butter Cake isn’t just dessert — it’s tradition, comfort, and love baked into every slice. Simple ingredients, classic method, unforgettable flavor.
Save it carefully… because recipes like this become family treasures. ❤️
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