Caramel Loaf
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This caramel loaf is my go to when I want something impressive but don't want to spend all day in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. I love swirling in that rich caramel sauce because it creates pockets of sweetness throughout, while the walnuts add a nice crunch and provide heart healthy fats. The dark chocolate chips are my little indulgence, and honestly, they make this loaf feel so much fancier than the minimal effort required. It's simple, affordable, and absolutely delicious.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour(null)
- 150 ggranulated sugar(null)
- 100 gunsalted butter(melted)
- 3 nulllarge eggs
- 100 mlcaramel sauce(store-bought or homemade)
- 5 gbaking powder(null)
- 2 gsalt(null)
- 150 mlunsalted milk(null)
- 1 mlvanilla extract(null)
- 50 gchopped walnuts(optional)
- 50 gdark chocolate chips(optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease a 9x5cm loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a non-stick loaf pan for easy release.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk dry ingredients until well combined.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Whisk wet ingredients until smooth.
- 4
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
Tip: Do not overmix.
- 5
Melt caramel sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth.
Tip: Use a candy thermometer to check temperature.
- 6
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread batter evenly.
- 7
If using walnuts or chocolate chips, sprinkle on top of batter.
Tip: Optional but adds extra flavor and texture.
- 8
Drizzle melted caramel sauce over top of batter.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread caramel evenly.
- 9
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the loaf.
- 10
Remove from oven and let cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the loaf cool completely before slicing and serving.
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