Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Cake

Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Cake - A Decadent Delight
Indulge in the heavenly combination of chocolate, caramel, and pretzels with this irresistible Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Cake recipe. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests with its rich flavor and stunning appearance.
Ingredients (serves 8-10):

For the cake:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk

For the caramel sauce:

- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt

For the frosting:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the toppings:

- 1 cup pretzels, crushed
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
6. To make the caramel sauce, heat the sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts and turns amber in color. Add the butter and stir until melted. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and salt, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth. Let it cool to room temperature.
7. To make the frosting, beat the butter and cocoa powder until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, and beat until creamy.
8. To assemble the cake, place one layer of the cake on a serving plate. Spread a layer of caramel sauce over the top, followed by a layer of frosting. Repeat with the remaining layers.
9. Top the cake with crushed pretzels, drizzle with caramel sauce and melted chocolate chips.
This Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Cake is a showstopper dessert that will leave your taste buds craving for more. The rich chocolate cake, creamy caramel sauce, and crunchy pretzels create a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This cake is perfect for any special occasion or just as a sweet treat to indulge in.
Type: Dessert Cake
Main Ingredients: Chocolate, Caramel, Pretzels