Description
If you’re craving a dessert that perfectly embodies the essence of fall, this Caramel Apple Cake is your answer! This delightful cake features a soft and moist texture thanks to grated apples, all topped with rich caramel buttercream and drizzled with homemade salted caramel sauce. It’s the ultimate treat for cozy family gatherings or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home. The ease of preparation makes it accessible for bakers of all levels, ensuring that everyone can indulge in its sweet apple and caramel flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 90 g granulated sugar
- 25 g butter
- 240 g all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 100 g dark brown sugar
- 200 g grated apples
- 110 g vegetable oil
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 140 g sour cream (room temperature)
- 100 g butter (for caramel buttercream)
- 165 g powdered sugar
- caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Combine dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and allspice.
- In another bowl, mix sugars and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream and vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in grated apples.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes before frosting with caramel buttercream and salted caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 42mg