1 cup (200 g) packed light brown sugar 1 cup (237 ml) heavy cream To make the cake Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Stir together cardamom, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl until combined.