Gluten-Free Warm Caramel Apple Cake

Gluten-Free Warm Caramel Apple Cake
95 min.
9
269kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Gluten-Free Warm Caramel Apple Cake, a dessert that perfectly marries the sweetness of caramel with the tartness of fresh apples. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a warm hug on a plate, ideal for cozy gatherings or a comforting family dinner. With a preparation time of just 95 minutes, you can easily whip up this scrumptious dessert that serves nine, making it perfect for sharing.

Imagine the aroma of butter and brown sugar wafting through your kitchen as you create this delectable cake. The rich, gooey caramel base is complemented by crunchy pecans and tender apple slices, all enveloped in a moist, gluten-free cake that everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re gluten-sensitive or simply looking for a new dessert to impress your guests, this cake is sure to be a hit.

As you slice into the warm cake, the caramel drizzles down, creating a beautiful presentation that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this delightful dessert that captures the essence of fall in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped
  • large baking apples are apples that have a sweet-tart balance and hold their shape when peeled thinly sliced
  • 15 oz betty crocker's cake mix gluten free yellow
  • 0.3 teaspoon apple pie spice 
  • 0.7 cup water 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave butter, whipping cream and brown sugar uncovered on High about 1 minute or just until butter is melted.
  2. Pour into ungreased 9-inch or 8-inch square pan.
  3. Sprinkle with pecans. Top with apple slices.
  4. In large bowl, beat cake mix, apple pie spice, water, butter and eggs with electric mixer on low speed until moistened, then beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  5. Spread batter over apple mixture.
  6. Bake 9-inch pan 50 to 55 minutes, 8-inch pan 60 to 65 minutes, or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Loosen sides of cake from pan.
  7. Place heatproof serving platter upside down on pan; carefully turn platter and pan over.
  8. Let pan remain over cake 1 minute so caramel can drizzle over cake.
  9. Remove pan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories269kcal
Protein3.94%
Fat72.32%
Carbs23.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.78
Glycemic Load
0.94
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.2378260830174%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.04mg
Delphinidin
0.44mg
Catechin
0.76mg
Epigallocatechin
0.41mg
Epicatechin
1.92mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:269.3kcal
13.47%
Fat:22.35g
34.38%
Saturated Fat:11.33g
70.84%
Carbohydrates:16.5g
5.5%
Net Carbohydrates:15.32g
5.57%
Sugar:14.84g
16.49%
Cholesterol:99mg
33%
Sodium:147.94mg
6.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.74g
5.48%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.1%
Vitamin A:617.84IU
12.36%
Selenium:5.17µg
7.39%
Phosphorus:55.57mg
5.56%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.54%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
5.03%
Copper:0.1mg
4.96%
Fiber:1.18g
4.74%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.45%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.38%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.37%
Calcium:31.73mg
3.17%
Magnesium:12.29mg
3.07%
Iron:0.54mg
3.02%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.8%
Potassium:95.91mg
2.74%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.74%
Folate:9.81µg
2.45%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.31%
Vitamin K:2.25µg
2.14%
Vitamin C:1.24mg
1.5%