Go Back
–+ servings
Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake

Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake: A Slice of Pure Indulgence

This Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake combines the richness of chocolate with salted caramel for a delightful dessert experience.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Brown sugar can enhance flavor
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Choose high-quality for best results
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt Consider using sea salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Can be swapped with vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs Substitute with flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup hot brewed coffee Decaf can be used
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Optional but recommended
For the Filling and Frosting
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups chocolate ganache Made from chocolate and heavy cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Three 8-inch cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Cooling racks

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare pans by lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat melted butter, eggs, coffee, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Gradually add wet mixture to dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in pans for 10 minutes then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. Assemble cake by layering with salted caramel sauce between layers.
  8. Frost the assembled cake with chocolate ganache, smoothing out for an elegant finish.
  9. Refrigerate for a few hours to allow ganache to set.
  10. Slice and serve, pairing with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results. Cool cakes completely before assembly to avoid sogginess.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!