Description
A decadent chocolate layer cake filled with caramel buttercream, topped with gooey caramel sauce, chocolate chips, and crunchy toffee bits. Perfect for celebrations and dessert lovers!
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
– 1 box chocolate cake mix
– Eggs, oil, and water (as listed on the box)
For the Caramel Buttercream:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups powdered sugar
– 1/3 cup caramel sauce
– 1–2 tbsp heavy cream (if needed)
– Pinch of salt
For the Topping:
– 1/2 cup caramel sauce, for drizzling
– 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
– 1/2 cup toffee bits
Instructions
1. Prepare chocolate cake according to package directions. Bake in 2 or 3 round cake pans. Cool completely.
2. In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar gradually. Mix in caramel sauce and salt. Add heavy cream if needed for texture.
3. Place first cake layer on a plate. Spread caramel buttercream evenly. Repeat with remaining layers.
4. Frost the top and sides of the cake with remaining buttercream.
5. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
6. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips and toffee bits over the caramel drizzle.
7. Chill for 20–30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
– Use salted caramel for extra flavor depth.
– Chill the cake before slicing for cleaner layers.
– Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked, Layered
Keywords: chocolate caramel cake, toffee crunch cake, caramel layer cake, chocolate party cake, easy chocolate cake recipe