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Spiced Apple Delight Cake with Caramelized Brown Sugar Drizzle

Yields15 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time35 minsTotal Time55 mins

Indulge in the essence of autumn with this luscious cake, brimming with spiced apple goodness. Every bite is a harmonious blend of buttery cake and tender apple chunks, all crowned with a rich, caramel-like brown sugar drizzle. A true celebration of the season's flavors!

For the Cake:
 2 cups all-purpose flour
 1 tsp baking powder
 ½ tsp baking soda
 ¾ tsp sea salt
 2 tsp ground cinnamon
 ½ tsp ground nutmeg
 ¼ tsp ground cloves
 4 cups apples (peeled, cored, and diced to 1/4-inch)
 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
 1 cup granulated sugar
 ¼ cup light-brown sugar
 ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
 2 large eggs
 ½ cup chopped pecans for garnish (optional)
For the Caramelized Brown Sugar Drizzle:
 ½ cup unsalted butter (cut into 1 tbsp chunks)
 ¾ cup light-brown sugar
 ¼ cup milk
 ¼ tsp fine sea salt
 ½ tsp vanilla extract
Apple Cake Preparation:
1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x8-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.

2

In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whisk them together and set aside.

3

In a separate bowl, toss the diced apples with lemon juice. Using an electric mixer with a paddle attachment, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter until light and fluffy.

4

Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture. Gradually fold in the flour mixture until just combined. The batter will be thick. Gently stir in the apple chunks.

5

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 33-38 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.

6

Allow the cake to cool slightly, then slice into squares. Serve warm, drizzled with the caramelized brown sugar sauce and a sprinkle of optional pecans.

Caramelized Brown Sugar Drizzle:
7

In a saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, milk, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it bubble for about 1 1/2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, let it cool slightly, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%

Saturated Fat 6g30%
Cholesterol 45mg15%
Sodium 220mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 35g
Protein 4g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.