Delicious and Moist Caramel Spice Cake Recipe

Indulge in the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg with this moist and decadent caramel spice cake. The cake is made with a blend of aromatic spices, melted caramel, and buttermilk for extra moistness. It is perfectly complemented by a rich and creamy caramel flavored frosting. This cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and is perfect for any special occasion or holiday gathering.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk and buttermilk. Mix well after each addition.
5. Fold in the caramel sauce until fully incorporated into the batter.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
8. Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. While the cakes cool, prepare the caramel frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
10. Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
11. Once the cakes have cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of caramel frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining caramel frosting.
12. For a decorative touch, drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top of the cake.
13. Slice and serve the delicious caramel spice cake. Enjoy!

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