Chocolate Layer Cake with Caramel Filling

Chocolate Layer Cake with Caramel Filling is a decadent dessert featuring soft and moist layers of rich chocolate cake, complemented by a sweet and gooey caramel center. The cake is enveloped in a smooth and creamy chocolate frosting.

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot water

Caramel Filling:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• A pinch of salt (optional, to taste)

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 cups powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream (more if needed to reach desired consistency)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Decoration (optional):

• Chocolate pearls or any preferred chocolate decorations

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How to Make Chocolate Layer Cake with Caramel Filling:

1. Chocolate Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups sugar, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1.5 teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
3. Add 1 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
4. Reduce speed and add 1 cup of hot water (this makes the cake moist). The batter will be liquidy.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.

2. Caramel Filling:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup of sugar, stirring constantly to prevent burning, until it becomes a deep amber color.
2. Carefully stir in 6 tablespoons of butter until melted.
3. Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of heavy cream while stirring (be careful as the mixture will bubble).
4. Allow the mixture to boil for about 1 minute, then remove from heat and let cool completely. It will thicken as it cools.

3. How to Make the Chocolate Frosting:

1. Beat together 1 cup softened butter with 3/4 cup cocoa powder.
2. Gradually add 4 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, beating until it reaches a spreadable consistency.

4. Assemble Your Cake:

1. Place one layer of the cake on a plate.
2. Spread a generous layer of caramel on top, then place the second cake layer over it.
3. Frost the entire cake with the chocolate frosting.
4. Decorate with chocolate pearls or similar decorations.

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