Are you ready to indulge in a decadent treat? This Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake is a delightful dessert that will satisfy your cravings for something sweet and buttery. With its irresistible combination of salted caramel and moist cake, it’s a must-have for any special occasion or gathering.

Ingredients

• 3 cups / 13 1/2 ounces all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup buttermilk or fermented milk
• 1 cup butter, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 4 large eggs

For the sauce:

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla

How to Make Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. Generously grease and flour a 12-cup Bundt pan or a 10-inch tube pan.
3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 cups of sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
4. Add the buttermilk, 1 cup of butter, 2 teaspoons of vanilla, and the eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until moistened.
5. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat for about 3 more minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. While the cake is baking, prepare the salted caramel sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the 3/4 cup of sugar, 1/3 cup of butter, 3 tablespoons of water, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla. Stir until the butter is melted, but avoid bringing the mixture to a boil.
9. When the cake is done, remove it from the oven and place it on a wire rack. While the cake is still in the pan, pierce it with a fork or skewer to create holes for the sauce.
10. Slowly pour the hot salted caramel sauce over the hot cake, allowing it to seep into the holes and cover the surface.
11. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before removing it.

Enjoy the heavenly combination of buttery cake and salted caramel! This Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake is perfect for any occasion and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence.