This Toffee Butterscotch Cake is rich, buttery, and packed with delicious flavors from butterscotch chips and crunchy toffee bits. It’s a decadent dessert perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving a sweet indulgence!
📋 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 🌾
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 🌾
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed 🍬
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar 🍬
- 4 large eggs 🥚
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
- 1/2 cup buttermilk 🥛
- 1/2 cup sour cream 🥛
- 1 cup butterscotch chips 🍫
- 1 cup toffee bits 🍬
For the Butterscotch Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter 🧈
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed 🍬
- 1/4 cup heavy cream 🥛
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
- 2 cups powdered sugar 🍬
Optional Garnish:
- Extra toffee bits for sprinkling 🍬
- Butterscotch drizzle 🍫
📝 Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Prepare the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
- Mix the dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the butter and sugars:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs and vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the buttermilk and sour cream:
- Gradually add the buttermilk and sour cream, mixing until smooth and combined.
- Add dry ingredients:
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in butterscotch chips and toffee bits:
- Gently fold in the butterscotch chips and toffee bits.
3. Bake the Cake:
- Divide and bake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes:
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Make the Butterscotch Frosting:
- Cook the frosting base:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and cream, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
- Cool and add vanilla:
- Let the butterscotch mixture cool for 5 minutes, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Whisk in powdered sugar:
- Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until the frosting is smooth and spreadable. If it’s too thick, you can add a little more cream.
5. Assemble the Cake:
- Frost the cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle extra toffee bits on top and drizzle with butterscotch if desired.
6. Serve:
- Slice and enjoy:
- Slice the cake and enjoy its rich, buttery flavors. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
⏱️ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Servings: 10-12 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 500-550 kcal per slice
This Toffee Butterscotch Cake is a delightful combination of sweet butterscotch, crunchy toffee, and a soft, moist cake. Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth! 🍰🍬