Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup toffee bits
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
For those who might not have buttermilk on hand, a handy substitute is to mix 1 cup of milk with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar. Let it sit for a few minutes, and voila! Similarly, if you’re feeling adventurous, try swapping the vanilla extract for almond extract to add a subtle nutty hint.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Gently fold in the toffee bits, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of each cake, allowing it to drip artistically down the sides.
Growing up, I learned the importance of patience in baking. Rushing the cooling process can lead to a crumbly cake, so take your time and let it cool completely before the grand caramel finale.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International