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Salted Caramel Chocolate Layer Cake

Indulge in this rich and moist chocolate cake with luscious salted caramel that is perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs Bring to room temperature.
  • 1 cup whole milk Bring to room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water Once added, the batter will be thin.
For the Assembly
  • 1 cup caramel sauce Quality sauce is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Sprinkle between layers.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  4. Stir in boiling water; the batter will be thin.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Assembly
  1. Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of caramel sauce, and sprinkle with sea salt.
  2. Top with the second cake layer and frost with the remaining caramel sauce and toppings of your choice.
  3. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store in the fridge for 3-5 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Use parchment paper in pans for easier release.