Butterscotch Cake with Caramel Icing

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup chopped butterscotch chips
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Stir in the butterscotch chips and pecans.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
5. Allow the cake to cool completely before drizzling with the caramel ice cream topping.

Interesting Facts

• Butterscotch, a combination of butter and brown sugar, is a popular flavor for desserts, candies, and other treats.
• Caramel icing, also known as caramel glaze, is a popular topping for cakes and other desserts.
• The combination of butterscotch and caramel is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please.