Frosted Caramel Apple Cake
Indulge in the rich, autumn-inspired flavors of this Frosted Caramel Apple Cake, a show-stopping dessert perfect for any fall gathering or holiday table. This moist cake is packed with tender, fresh apples, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a swirl of luscious caramel sauce baked right in. Topped with a velvety cream cheese frosting infused with a hint of caramel, every bite offers a symphony of sweetness and spice. Easy to prepare with just 30 minutes of prep time, this cake is not only delicious but also a delightful centerpiece when drizzled with extra caramel for a finishing touch. Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing dessert or a cozy treat to savor at home, this caramel apple cake recipe is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth while embracing the flavors of the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- 0.5 cups Caramel sauce
- 0.5 cups Milk
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 cups Powdered sugar, sifted
- 0.25 cups Caramel sauce (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the finely chopped apples and the caramel sauce until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
Add the powdered sugar gradually, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition until fully combined.
Stir in the caramel sauce and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Optional: drizzle extra caramel sauce on top for decoration.
Cut into squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 318 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 150 mg | 3% | |
*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.
