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Caramel Apple Cake

Caramel Apple Cake
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Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this delightful Caramel Apple Cake, a perfect blend of moist apple cake and rich caramel buttercream. This recipe captures the essence of fall with its tender apple base, complemented by a luscious homemade caramel sauce. Ideal for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this cake not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also adds a touch of comfort to any occasion. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, it’s an inviting dessert that will impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

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  • 240 g all-purpose flour
  • 200 g apples (grated)
  • 110 g vegetable oil
  • 140 g sour cream
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 100 g dark brown sugar
  • 25 g butter
  • 90 g granulated sugar (for caramel sauce)
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 100 g heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • 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 room temperature butter (for frosting)
  • 165 g powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tsp caramel (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the caramel sauce by heating 90 g of granulated sugar and 1 tbsp of water in a small saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Stir in 25 g of butter, then whisk in 100 g of heavy cream and a pinch of salt. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 240 g of all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground all spice.
  3. In another bowl, mix 100 g granulated sugar with 100 g dark brown sugar, add grated apples, 110 g vegetable oil, 2 eggs, and 140 g sour cream. Mix well until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients using an electric mixer on low speed until just combined.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for approximately 45 minutes.
  6. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with buttercream made from 100 g of room temperature butter, 165 g of powdered sugar, 2-3 tsp of caramel, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.

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