
Cinnamon Cake with Caramel FrostingIngredientsFor the Cake: • 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 ½ cups sugar • 1 cup milk • ½ cup butter (softened) • 2 eggs • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • ¼ teaspoon saltFor the Caramel Frosting: • ½ cup butter • 1 cup brown sugar (packed) • ¼ cup milk or heavy cream • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted) • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract⸻Instructions1. Prepare the Cake 1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan. 2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 3. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. 4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. 5. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk into the butter mixture; mix until smooth. 6. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. 7. Let it cool completely before frosting.⸻2. Make the Caramel Frosting 1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. 2. Add brown sugar and cook while stirring for 2 minutes. 3. Stir in milk, bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat. 4. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth and creamy. 5. Spread immediately over cooled cake (it sets quickly).