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Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

Irresistible Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake Recipe

Indulge in this Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake, featuring moist chocolate layers, smooth caramel, and toffee bits.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Substitute with a gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar No substitutions recommended
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Use dark cocoa for a deeper taste
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Large eggs Can use flaxseed egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup Whole milk Dairy-free option: almond milk
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Use pure for richer taste
  • 1 cup Boiling water
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup Store-bought caramel sauce Homemade caramel elevates the dish
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream Coconut cream can be used as a dairy-free alternative
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Toffee bits or crushed toffee candies Adjust amount as per preference
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips Optional for a chocolate drizzle

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cake pans
  • Parchment paper
  • saucepan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add large eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Stir in boiling water gently, then pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  6. To make the caramel layer, combine caramel sauce and heavy cream in a saucepan and stir until smooth over low heat.
  7. Once cooled, assemble the cake by layering and drizzling caramel between layers.
  8. Finally, sprinkle toffee bits and chocolate chips on top before letting it set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to maintain crunch.

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