Gorgeous Butterscotch Cake

Why This Recipe Works:

Gorgeous Butterscotch Cake is a delightful treat with its moist, buttery cake layers and luscious butterscotch frosting. The use of brown sugar and butter creates a deep, caramel-like flavor that makes this cake irresistible. The addition of butterscotch chips in the frosting adds texture and an extra layer of indulgence.

Ingredients:

Cake:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Butterscotch Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4-5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup butterscotch chips, melted and cooled slightly

Garnish:

• Butterscotch chips
• Caramel drizzle
• Chopped nuts (optional)

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

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

Cream Butter and Sugars:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Add Wet Ingredients:

1. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
2. Mix in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until combined.

Combine Ingredients:

1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
2. Mix until just combined and smooth.

Bake the Cakes:

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 Frosting:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the brown sugar, heavy cream, and salt, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Allow the butterscotch mixture to cool slightly.
5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cooled butterscotch mixture until creamy.
6. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. Fold in the melted butterscotch chips until smooth and well combined.

Assemble the Cake:

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

Garnish:

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

Notes:

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