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Apple Spice Cake with Caramelized Apples and Whipped Cream

Delightful Apple Spice Cake with Caramelized Apples & Whipped Cream

This Apple Spice Cake with Caramelized Apples and Whipped Cream is a delightful seasonal treat that captures the essence of fall.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup brown sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 0.33 cup vegetable oil melted coconut oil is an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract almond extract can be used as a twist
  • 2 cups fresh apples (chopped) preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
For the Caramelized Topping
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 0.25 cup sugar
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream powdered sugar can be added for sweetness

Equipment

  • 9-inch Cake Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and then gently add the chopped fresh apples.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. After baking, cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, add sugar, and stir until dissolved. Add sliced apples and cook until tender and golden.
  8. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, adding powdered sugar if desired.
  9. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake and top with the caramelized apples.
  10. Dust with cinnamon or nutmeg before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, ensure precision in measuring ingredients and do not overmix the batter.

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