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Sour Cream Pound Cake with Caramel Frosting

Sour Cream Pound Cake with Caramel Frosting
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Sour Cream Pound Cake with Caramel Frosting is a decadent dessert that combines rich, buttery flavors with the tanginess of sour cream. This moist pound cake is elegantly topped with a fudge-like caramel frosting that enhances every bite. Perfect for celebrations or as a delightful treat at home, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether served at birthdays, holiday gatherings, or simply enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea, this irresistible dessert will leave everyone craving more.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Caramel Frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a tube or Bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients alternately with sour cream into the butter mixture.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract until just combined.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top; bake for 75 to 90 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the caramel frosting, melt butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat; stir in brown sugar and salt until dissolved.
  10. Add milk and bring to a gentle boil while stirring; simmer for about 4 minutes.
  11. Remove from heat and gradually beat in sifted powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  12. Frost the cooled cake immediately.

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