Dessert

Brown Sugar-Spice Cake with Caramelized Apples

Name: Brown Sugar-Spice Cake with Caramelized Apples
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 2 eggs; 1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 cup finely chopped peeled apple (1 medium); 6 medium apples, peeled, sliced (about 8 cups); 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 cup heavy whipping cream

8 January 2025

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Total Time100 Mins

Serves12

Per Serving$0.71

Indulge your senses with our delightful Brown Sugar-Spice Cake with Caramelized Apples, a dessert that perfectly marries warmth and sweetness. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a celebration of flavors that will transport you to a cozy autumn afternoon, no matter the season. The rich, moist texture of the cake, enhanced by the deep notes of brown sugar and a medley of spices, creates a comforting base that pairs beautifully with the luscious caramelized apples.

Dessert Eggs Apples

Method:

1
Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 9-inch square pan with baking spray with flour.
2
In large bowl, beat butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar and the eggs with electric mixer on low speed until blended; beat on medium speed until well combined. On low speed, beat in flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, salt and sour cream until mixed; beat on medium speed 1 minute. Stir in chopped apple. Spoon batter evenly into pan.
3
Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and top is golden brown. Cool 10 minutes. Run knife around pan to loosen cake.
4
Remove cake to heatproof serving plate. Cool cake about 30 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook sliced apples and 1 cup brown sugar over medium-high heat 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until apples are tender and caramelized.
6
In chilled large deep bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on low speed until cream begins to thicken. Gradually increase speed to high and beat just until soft peaks form. Spoon Caramelized Apples over cake. Top with dollops of whipped cream.

About this recipe

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as the cake bakes to a golden perfection, while the apples simmer away, transforming into a sweet, sticky topping that adds a touch of elegance to your dessert table. Each slice of this cake is a slice of happiness, with the tender pieces of apple nestled within, offering bursts of flavor that complement the spiced cake beautifully.

Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress. Serve it warm, topped with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream, and watch as your guests savor every bite. With a preparation time of just 100 minutes, you’ll find that this dessert is as rewarding to make as it is to enjoy. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Adapted from Betty Crocker

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