Decadent Caramel Chocolate Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert featuring moist chocolate cake layers, silky caramel sauce, and a luscious chocolate frosting. Perfect for celebrations, holidays, or whenever you want a show-stopping dessert, this cake delivers deep chocolate flavor balanced by buttery caramel sweetness.
Preparation Time
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Prep time: 30 minutes
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Baking time: 30–35 minutes
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Cooling and assembly time: 1–2 hours
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Total time: approximately 3 hours
Ingredients (10–12 servings)
For the Chocolate Cake
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240 g all-purpose flour
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75 g unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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300 g granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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240 ml whole milk
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120 ml vegetable oil
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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240 ml hot coffee or hot water
For the Caramel Sauce
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200 g granulated sugar
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90 g unsalted butter, cubed
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120 ml heavy cream, warm
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½ teaspoon salt (optional, for salted caramel)
For the Chocolate Frosting
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225 g unsalted butter, softened
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400 g powdered sugar
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60 g cocoa powder
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120 ml heavy cream (adjust as needed)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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