Fall in love with this Pumpkin Salted Caramel Cake that brings together the warm flavors of pumpkin and the sweet touch of caramel! This dreamy dessert is perfect for autumn gatherings or any special occasion. Let’s bake!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Servings: 10-12
Ingredients:
For the cake:
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the salted caramel sauce:
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon sea salt
For the frosting:
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups powdered sugar
– 1/4 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat together the sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
6. Make the Salted Caramel Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, stirring constantly until it turns a golden brown. Remove from heat and carefully add the butter and heavy cream. Stir until smooth, then add the sea salt. Let it cool.
7. Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
8. Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Drizzle some salted caramel sauce on top, then spread a layer of frosting. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides
9. Drizzle with Caramel: Finish by drizzling additional salted caramel sauce on top of the cake and sprinkle with a little extra sea salt if desired.
10. Serve: Slice and enjoy this delicious Pumpkin Salted Caramel Cake! 
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