Salted Caramel Cake
This single-serve salted caramel cake is the ultimate sweet treat when you need dessert now. It’s quick, easy, and made with just a few pantry staples in under 5 minutes. The gooey caramel and pinch of sea salt make every bite heavenly. Want to take it up a notch? Add chocolate chips, a drizzle of extra caramel, chocolate syrup, or a scoop of ice cream on top. Feeling adventurous? Sprinkle some nuts or crushed cookies for crunch. The best part? It’s all about you—customize it your way and enjoy a warm, cozy dessert anytime!
Why You’ll Love This Salted Caramel Cake
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under 5 minutes with minimal effort.
- Single-Serve Perfection: No need to share—this dessert is all yours!
- Rich Caramel Flavor: Sweet, gooey caramel with a touch of sea salt for balance.
- Customizable: Add chocolate chips, nuts, whipped cream, or even ice cream.
- Simple Ingredients: Made with pantry staples you likely already have.
- Perfect Anytime: Great for lazy evenings or sudden sweet cravings.
- Endless Fun: Experiment with toppings to make it your own ultimate treat!
Salted Caramel Cake
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp oat flour can use all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp caramel sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp caramel chips
- pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the ramekin: Lightly grease the inside of the ramekin with butter or non-stick spray.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In the ramekin, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and a small pinch of salt.
- Add the wet ingredients: Stir in the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and caramel sauce (optional) until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Add caramel chips: Fold in caramel chips for an extra caramel boost.
- Microwave: Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds. Start checking at 60 seconds to avoid overcooking. The cake is done when the top is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool for 1-2 minutes.
Notes
Optional Garnishes:
- Whipped Cream: Add a dollop of whipped cream for a creamy touch.
- Chocolate Syrup: Sprinkle a little chocolate syrup for a salted caramel chocolate twist.
- Ice Cream: Serve with a scoop of vanilla or caramel ice cream for ultimate indulgence.
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