Caramel Apple Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of caramel apple cake, where sweet caramel sauce embraces tender, spiced apple layers. This moist and visually stunning dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings and festive celebrations alike. With its warm aroma wafting through your kitchen, this cake is sure to become a favorite among friends and family, inviting laughter and heartwarming memories as you share each delicious slice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups diced fresh apples (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add granulated sugar until light and airy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time. Fold in diced apples until evenly mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before drizzling warm caramel sauce on top. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg