Eggless Butterscotch Bliss Cake

Why This Recipe Works:

Eggless Butterscotch Bliss Cake combines the buttery sweetness of butterscotch with a moist and tender cake. The use of yogurt and oil ensures the cake remains soft, while the butterscotch sauce and frosting add a rich, caramel-like flavor that is sure to delight.

Ingredients:

Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt), room temperature
• 1/2 cup milk, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup butterscotch chips, melted and cooled

Butterscotch Sauce:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Butterscotch Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup butterscotch sauce (from above)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Garnish (optional):

• Butterscotch chips
• Caramel drizzle
• Chopped nuts

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Mix Wet Ingredients:

1. In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Combine Ingredients:

1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
2. Stir in the melted and cooled butterscotch chips.

Bake the Cake:

1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Butterscotch Sauce:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the brown sugar and cream, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let cool completely.

Prepare the Butterscotch Frosting:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Add the butterscotch sauce, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
4. Keep the frosting refrigerated until ready to use.

Assemble the Cake:

1. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a layer of butterscotch frosting over the cake layer.
3. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.

Garnish (optional):

1. Garnish the cake with butterscotch chips, a drizzle of caramel, and chopped nuts if desired.

Notes:

• Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the frosting by adding more or less powdered sugar.