Ingredients<\/p>\n
For the Cake:<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 2 \u00c2\u00bd cups (310g) all-purpose flour<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 2 \u00c2\u00bd tsp baking powder<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 \u00c2\u00bd tsp baking soda<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 \u00c2\u00bd tsp salt<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 1 \u00c2\u00bd cups (300g) brown sugar<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 4 large eggs<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 1 tbsp vanilla extract<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 \u00c2\u00bd cup (120ml) butterscotch sauce (store-bought or homemade)<\/p>\n
For the Butterscotch Frosting:<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 3 \u00c2\u00bd cups (440g) powdered sugar<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 \u00c2\u00bd cup (120ml) butterscotch sauce<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 1 tsp vanilla extract<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 Pinch of salt<\/p>\n
For the Toffee Crunch Topping:<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 \u00c2\u00bd cup (100g) toffee bits (like Heath bars, crushed)<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 Extra butterscotch sauce for drizzling<\/p>\n
Instructions<\/p>\n
Make the Cake:<\/p>\n
1. Preheat oven to 350\u00c2\u00b0F (175\u00c2\u00b0C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.<\/p>\n
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.<\/p>\n
3. In another large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).<\/p>\n
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.<\/p>\n
5. Add dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk and butterscotch sauce, starting and ending with flour.<\/p>\n
6. Divide batter between the pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.<\/p>\n
7. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n
Make the Frosting:<\/p>\n
1. Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well.<\/p>\n
2. Mix in butterscotch sauce, heavy cream, vanilla, and salt until smooth.<\/p>\n
Assemble the Cake:<\/p>\n
1. Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread some frosting over it.<\/p>\n
2. Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake.<\/p>\n
3. Sprinkle toffee bits over the cake and drizzle with extra butterscotch sauce.<\/p>\n
Let it set for a few minutes, then slice and enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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