Decadent Caramel Swirl Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

This Caramel Swirl Cake recipe combines rich flavors of vanilla and caramel, creating a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist cake is swirled with luscious caramel, making each slice a treat.

The recipe is simple to follow and requires basic baking skills. It’s ideal for celebrations or a sweet indulgence at home.

Easy Caramel Swirl Cake Recipe

This cake features a moist vanilla base swirled with homemade caramel sauce, resulting in a beautiful marbled effect. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup caramel sauce, homemade or store-bought
Chopped nuts for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
Add Caramel: Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter, then add the remaining batter on top. Swirl the caramel into the batter using a knife or toothpick.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Drizzle with remaining caramel sauce and top with chopped nuts if desired.