Pretzel Crunch and Caramel Cake
This show-stopping dessert features layers of moist vanilla sponge, a salty-sweet pretzel brittle, and luscious salted caramel buttercream. It is the perfect balance of crunchy texture and decadent sweetness for any celebration.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 cups salted pretzels roughly crushed
- 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
- 3 cups powdered sugar for frosting
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 5 days. For the best crunch, add the pretzel topping just before serving to prevent them from softening in the fridge.