Country Apple Cake with Caramel Sauce
Indulge in the cozy, rustic charm of a homemade Country Apple Cake with Caramel Sauce, a dessert that sings of autumnal warmth and nostalgia. This moist apple cake is packed with chunks of fresh apples, spiced with a hint of cinnamon, and sweetened naturally by the fruit's juices. The real star, however, is the luscious homemade caramel sauce, made with brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream, lending a silky, buttery finish to every bite. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday dinners, or a simple weeknight treat, this easy-to-make dessert combines just 20 minutes of prep with the kind of indulgence that memories are made of. Serve warm, drizzle generously with caramel, and, for an added flourish, garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt for that irresistible sweet-salty contrast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the apples and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the juices to release.
Add the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the apple mixture. Stir until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, make the caramel sauce. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves (about 2 minutes).
Slowly whisk in the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Once the cake is done, allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes. Cut the cake into squares and drizzle warm caramel sauce over the top before serving.
Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the caramel sauce for a sweet-salty contrast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 203.7 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.8 g | 359% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 616 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 3239 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 645.0 g | 235% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 434.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1306 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
