Caramel Crunch Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup whole milk

4 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Caramel Sauce:

1 cup granulated sugar

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Crunch Topping:

1 cup crushed toffee bits (such as Heath or Skor bars)

1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

For the Frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

1/4 cup caramel sauce (from above)

2-4 tablespoons heavy cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

A pinch of salt

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