Salted Caramel Devil's Food Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.

   Tip: Use a pastry brush to coat the pans with butter and dust with flour.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

   Tip: Make sure to whisk well to eliminate lumps.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter until creamy.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer for this step.

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.

   Tip: Beat just until combined, being careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

   Tip: Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.

6. 6

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.

   Tip: Use a spatula to scrape any remaining batter from the bowl.

7. 7

   Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.

   Tip: Rotate the pans halfway through baking for even cooking.

8. 8

   Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 5 minutes.

   Tip: Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9

   To make the salted caramel drizzle, combine the caramel sauce and flaky sea salt in a small saucepan.

   Tip: Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the salt has dissolved.

10. 10

    Drizzle the caramel sauce over the cooled cakes and serve.

    Tip: You can also sprinkle additional flaky sea salt on top for extra texture and flavor.