Butterscotch Drip Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This butterscotch drip cake is my go to whenever I want something impressive without spending all day in the kitchen. Between prep and baking, you're looking at just an hour total, which makes it perfect for weeknight entertaining or weekend gatherings. The brown sugar brings not only rich caramel notes but also contains molasses, which provides minerals like potassium and calcium. What I love most is how simple the technique is, even though the butterscotch drip makes it look absolutely showstopping. The buttercrunch bits add that delightful crunch that keeps people coming back for seconds.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 12baking powder
- 6salt
- 400granulated sugar
- 150brown sugar
- 200unsalted butter
- 2large eggs
- 100butterscotch syrup
- 50heavy cream
- 2vanilla extract
- 100buttercrunch bits
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease and flour a 20cm round cake pan.
Tip: Use parchment paper for easy cake removal.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisking ensures the dry ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for best results.
- 4
Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in butterscotch syrup and heavy cream.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter, it can become dense.
- 5
Melt buttercrunch bits in a small saucepan over low heat.
Tip: Stir occasionally until smooth and well combined.
- 6
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Tip: Avoid overmixing, it can lead to a dense cake.
- 7
Pour batter into prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the batter is evenly distributed for an even bake.
- 8
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Don't open the oven door during baking, it can cause the cake to sink.
- 9
Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Tip: This helps the cake release from the pan.
- 10
Drizzle with butterscotch syrup and sprinkle with buttercrunch bits.
Tip: Serve warm and enjoy!
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