Frosting:
2 pounds light brown sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup butter, sliced into 1 tablespoon pats

For the cake:
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
3 1/3 cups self-rising flour
5 eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat the oven to 350°.