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Caramel Apple Spice Cake

Irresistible Caramel Apple Spice Cake for Cozy Nights

This Caramel Apple Spice Cake combines warm spices, tender apples, and luscious caramel for a delightful fall dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • 8-inch round cake pans

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour ensures a sturdy base for your Caramel Apple Spice Cake
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder helps achieve that light, fluffy texture
  • ½ teaspoon salt elevates the sweetness and balances flavors
  • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon infuses warm, cozy notes characteristic of fall
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg adds a hint of spice that complements the apples beautifully
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves introduces depth with its slightly sweet and smoky flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger brings warmth and a zesty kick to the cake
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened provides richness and moisture
  • ½ cup vegetable oil adds tenderness and keeps the cake moist
  • ½ cup applesauce enhances the apple flavor while keeping the cake light
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar sweetens the cake perfectly without overpowering it
  • 4 large eggs bind the ingredients together and add structure
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses a wonderful aroma and flavor
  • 1 cup milk ensures the batter mixes smoothly for the perfect consistency
  • 2 cups chopped apples provides juicy bites that burst with flavor

For the Caramel Buttercream

  • 2 cups unsalted butter, softened creates a rich, creamy frosting
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the overall taste of the frosting
  • ½ cup caramel sauce adds sweetness and a delightful caramel flavor
  • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon echoes the warm spice of the cake, tying it all together
  • 3 cups powdered sugar brings sweetness and a smooth texture to your frosting

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease four 8-inch round cake pans with butter or baking spray.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and spices. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, oil, applesauce, and sugar until smooth. Incorporate eggs and vanilla.
  • Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet, alternating with milk until just combined.
  • Gently fold in chopped apples.
  • Evenly distribute batter among pans and smooth tops.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove from oven.
  • Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, beat butter, vanilla, caramel sauce, and cinnamon until smooth to prepare buttercream.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low, then beat until thick and fluffy.
  • Level the tops of the cooled cakes with a serrated knife.
  • Stack layers, spreading buttercream between each. Apply a crumb coat and freeze for 15 minutes.
  • Frost the cake with remaining buttercream for a smooth finish.
  • Slice and serve with a warm drink.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container; flavors will deepen after a day or two.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baking, cake, caramel, Caramel Apple Spice Cake, dessert, fall dessert
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