• INGREDIENTS:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
3 cups self-rising flour
1 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Southern caramel icing (double the recipe for a layer cake)
• INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch cake pans.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar, beating for about 8 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gradually add the self-rising flour, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until fully combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract and beat the batter until smooth.
Evenly distribute the batter between the prepared cake pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Southern caramel icing (following your recipe) and generously ice the cooled cakes.
Slice and enjoy this indulgent Southern treat!
