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Caramel Crunch Layer Cake

Irresistible Caramel Crunch Layer Cake for Every Celebration

This Caramel Crunch Layer Cake features moist layers, rich cream cheese filling, and crunchy streusel, making it a perfect dessert for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free blend if desired.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Cream until soft.
  • 1.5 cups Brown Sugar White sugar can be swapped in.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Use room temperature.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Fresh vanilla elevates flavor.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Milk-vinegar mix can substitute.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift for a smooth texture.
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can substitute.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Optional for additional flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pecans/Walnuts Omit for nut-free.
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Watch to avoid burning.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can substitute.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Cake pans
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three round cake pans by greasing them.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk until smooth.
  5. Divide batter among cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl, cut in butter, bake for 12-15 minutes.
  7. Mix cream cheese and butter, add sifted powdered sugar, adjust with heavy cream.
  8. Heat sugar in a saucepan until amber, add butter and heavy cream, stir until smooth.
  9. Assemble layers with cream cheese filling, streusel, and top with caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Watch caramel closely to avoid burning.

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