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Fall is here and it's the perfect time for baking! This Apple Spice Cake with Caramel Icing is a delicious treat that's perfect for the season. It's a moist and flavorful cake with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a rich and creamy caramel icing. It's sure to be a hit with your family and friends!
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
2 cups chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Directions:
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2️⃣ In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3️⃣ In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
4️⃣ Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then stir in the vanilla extract.
5️⃣ Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
6️⃣ Fold in the chopped apples.
7️⃣ Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8️⃣ While the cake is baking, prepare the caramel icing. In a medium saucepan, melt the brown sugar and butter together over medium heat.
9️⃣ Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and salt and bring the mixture to a boil.
🔟 Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
1️⃣1️⃣ Remove the caramel icing from the heat and let it cool slightly.
1️⃣2️⃣ Once the cake has cooled, pour the caramel icing over the top and spread it evenly.