Description
Caramel Cloud Cake is a light, airy dessert featuring a fluffy sponge combined with rich, buttery caramel sauce. This cake delivers a perfectly balanced sweetness and tenderness, making it an impressive yet simple treat for all occasions.
Ingredients
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For the Cake Batter
- 4 large eggs (separated)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted) or coconut oil for dairy-free
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Caramel Sauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
Instructions
- Prepare the Caramel Sauce: Start by melting the sugar in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat without stirring, allowing it to gently caramelize until golden amber. Carefully whisk in the heavy cream and butter, stirring constantly to create a smooth, glossy caramel sauce. Set aside to cool slightly before using.
- Whip the Egg Whites: Separate your eggs, placing the whites in a clean, dry bowl. Using a hand or stand mixer, whip egg whites to soft peaks, then gradually add sugar until glossy and stiff peaks form. This step is key to achieving the cloud-like fluffiness of the cake.
- Mix the Batter: In a separate bowl, gently fold together the egg yolks, melted butter, vanilla extract, and dry ingredients like flour and baking powder. Then, carefully fold in the whipped egg whites, keeping as much volume as possible. The batter should be light and airy.
- Bake and Assemble: Pour the batter into a lined cake pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes or until golden and springy to the touch. Once cooled, brush or drizzle with the prepared caramel sauce, layering if desired to enhance flavor. Chill briefly before serving to let the caramel set.
Notes
- Use room temperature and very fresh eggs to achieve maximum volume when whipping.
- Watch the caramel closely to avoid burning—remove from heat immediately as soon as it turns a rich amber color.
- Fold batter gently to preserve air bubbles, ensuring a soft, light cake.
- Using room temperature ingredients helps the batter mix evenly and prevents deflating the whipped egg whites.
- Use quality real vanilla extract for depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Caramel Cake, Light Cake, Cloud Cake, Fluffy Dessert, Caramel Sauce, Easy Cake Recipe
