There are desserts that satisfy a craving, and then there are desserts that tell a story. Salted Caramel Cake belongs firmly in the second camp. For many, the blend of sweet caramel and just a touch of salt is more than a flavor combination—it’s a memory trigger. In my family, caramel season unofficially begins when the leaves start to turn. I remember standing on a stool beside my grandmother as she stirred a pot of bubbling sugar, the scent rising and filling the kitchen with promise. The...