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Decadent Salted Caramel Whiskey Bundt Cake

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A rich and moist bundt cake featuring a perfect balance of salted caramel and whiskey, ideal for cozy nights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (60ml) whiskey (bourbon recommended)
  • For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, cubed
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, warmed
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt (Maldon recommended)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-12 cup bundt pan thoroughly with butter or baking spray, then dust with flour, tapping out excess.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using a mixer or whisk, beat softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next, then add vanilla extract.
  5. Add dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with buttermilk and whiskey, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently after each addition.
  6. Pour batter evenly into prepared bundt pan. Smooth the top and tap pan lightly to remove air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Start checking at 45 minutes if oven runs hot.
  8. Let cake cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make salted caramel sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar without stirring, swirling occasionally until amber color forms. Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted.
  10. Slowly add warm heavy cream while whisking (careful of bubbling). Stir in sea salt and let cool slightly.
  11. Drizzle salted caramel sauce generously over cooled cake. Let glaze set for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for smoother batter. Grease and flour bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Watch caramel carefully to avoid burning. Let cake cool before glazing to prevent caramel from running off. Variations include adding cocoa powder, spices, nuts, or vegan substitutions.

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