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Caramel Apple Cake

Caramel Apple Cake
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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this delightful Caramel Apple Cake. Perfect for any occasion, this moist cake combines fresh grated apples and a touch of cinnamon, all topped with a rich caramel buttercream frosting that adds a sweet finishing touch. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this cake is sure to impress friends and family alike. With its inviting aroma filling your kitchen as it bakes, you’ll find that making this cake is just as enjoyable as savoring every delicious slice.

Ingredients

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  • 90 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 25 g butter
  • 100 g heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • 240 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground all spice
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 100 g dark brown sugar
  • 200 g apples (grated)
  • 110 g vegetable oil (room temperature)
  • 2 eggs (room temperature)
  • 140 g sour cream (14-18% room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100 g butter (room temperature)
  • 165 g powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tsp caramel
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the caramel sauce by combining granulated sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Stir in butter, then add heavy cream and salt until smooth.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and allspice.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugars, grated apples, vegetable oil, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; pour into a prepared pan.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. While cooling, prepare the buttercream by beating room temperature butter until creamy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and caramel.
  7. Once the cake is cool, frost with caramel buttercream and drizzle additional caramel on top before serving.

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