Carrabbas Butter Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Butter and flour the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. 4

   In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

5. 5

   Add the eggs and beat until well combined.

6. 6

   Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, and mixing well after each addition. Do not overmix.

7. 7

   Stir in the vanilla extract.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.

9. 9

   Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.

10. 10

    While the cake is baking, make the topping. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

11. 11

    Stir in the sugars, cream, and salt.

12. 12

    Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and turns a slightly darker color.

13. 13

    When the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

14. 14

    Pour the topping evenly over the warm cake and return it to the oven.

15. 15

    Bake for an additional 5 to 6 minutes, or until the topping is bubbling.

16. 16

    Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

17. 17

    Dust with powdered sugar before serving.