Name: Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar; ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs; 1 cup whole milk; ½ cup vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup caramel sauce; 1 cup toffee bits; 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened; 4 cups powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Welcome

This cake mixes rich chocolate, sweet caramel, and crunchy toffee. It makes a big, bright dessert for a party or for a quiet night at home. You can find a similar idea at this page for more ideas.

Why make this recipe

You will make a cake that shows three great tastes in one bite. The cake feels soft. The caramel adds sweet stretch. The toffee gives a fun crunch. This mix makes people smile. If you like a creamier feel, see the creamy version for tips.

How to make Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

This section shows the main steps to build the cake. You mix dry and wet parts, bake the cake layers, then make a caramel buttercream and add toffee on top. The steps are simple and clear. Use good pans and a wire rack to cool the cakes right.

Ingredients :

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup caramel sauce
1 cup toffee bits
1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For more on caramel crunch ideas, check caramel crunch notes.

Directions :

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add eggs, milk, oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
Stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin.
Pour batter into the prepared pans.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Then remove to wire racks to cool all the way.
For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
Mix in caramel sauce and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
Once the cakes cool completely, spread frosting between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake.
Top with toffee bits and more caramel sauce if you want.
Serve and enjoy!

How to serve Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

Cut the cake with a sharp knife. Serve on small plates. Add a fork and a napkin. You can warm a bit of extra caramel for each slice. For plate ideas and layer tips, read this layer cake tips.

How to store Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

Cover the cake with plastic wrap or place it in a cake box. Keep the cake in the fridge for up to 5 days. Let each slice come to room heat for 20 minutes before you eat it for the best taste. If you freeze it, wrap slices well and freeze up to 2 months.

Tips to make Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

Use room temperature eggs and butter for smooth batter and frosting.
Sift the cocoa and flour to avoid lumps.
Add boiling water last and mix gently.
Cool the cake fully before you frost it to stop the frosting from sliding.
Save some toffee to add right before you serve so it stays crisp.
For more help and trick ideas, see these decadent tips.

Variation (if any)

Add chopped nuts to the top for extra crunch.
Use sea salt on top for a sweet-salty mix.
Swap milk with coffee for a deeper chocolate taste.
Make cupcakes instead of two pans to serve more people.

FAQs

Q: Can I make this cake in one pan?
A: Yes. Use a larger pan and bake until a toothpick is clean. Watch the time as it may change.

Q: Can I use low fat milk?
A: Yes. The cake will still taste good, but it may be a bit less rich.

Q: Can I use store bought frosting?
A: Yes. Use a thick caramel or buttercream and add toffee on top.

Q: How do I keep the toffee from getting soft?
A: Add the toffee just before you serve. Keep the cake in the fridge if you add sauce early.

Q: Can I make the cake ahead of time?
A: Yes. Bake the layers a day before and keep them covered in the fridge. Frost on the cake day.

Conclusion

For more bright ideas and a related take on this treat, see Chocolate Toffee Crunch Cake | The Cake Blog.