Portuguese Caramel Cake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Enjoy the delectable Portuguese Caramel Cake today

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

650

Sugar

45g

Fat

35g

The Portuguese Caramel Cake is a classic dessert, popular in Portuguese households for centuries. It is believed to have originated from the Northwestern city of Porto, where a rich caramel sauce is drizzled over a light, spongy cake. This recipe uses caramel to add a unique flavour to the cake and to keep the sponge moist. The caramelization process enhances the sweetness of the dessert, making it a perfect indulgent treat for any sweet tooth. Served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this cake is sure to please all dessert lovers.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C and butter the cake tin.
2.	Start by caramelizing the sugar in a pan on medium heat. Stir until the sugar turns into a golden brown liquid.
3.	In a separate saucepan, heat up cream and milk on low heat. Mix in the caramelized sugar and keep mixing until all the sugar has dissolved. Once done, keep it aside.
4.	In a large mixing bowl, beat butter until soft. Add in the eggs and vanilla, one by one, keep mixing until the ingredients are well combined.
5.	Into the bowl, sift in the flour and baking powder. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Once done, add in the caramel mixture and mix everything until smooth.
6.	Pour the mixture into the buttered baking tin. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Once done, let it cool for 15 minutes. After that flip the cake over a serving tray.

PROS

Soft and moist layers of sponge cake, the Portuguese Caramel Cake has an indulgent caramel sauce drizzled over it.

A decadent dessert that’s sure to impress and satisfy.

CONS

High in sugar and calories, this cake should be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Not the healthiest of desserts, this cake is made with sugar, butter, and cream. However, it can help to improve your mood and satisfy your sweet cravings. Enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	250 g caster sugar
	125 ml cream
	125 ml milk
	200 g butter ( softened )
	3 eggs
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	250 g flour
	1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder