Caramel Apple Cake with Caramel Topping Paula Deen

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with Paula Deen's Caramel Apple Cake with Caramel Topping, a show-stopping dessert that combines tender, spiced cake with luscious homemade caramel sauce. Loaded with fresh Granny Smith apples and crunchy pecans, this moist cake delivers a satisfying contrast of textures with every bite. The rich caramel topping, made with butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream, is the crowning touch, soaking into the cake for a decadent finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, this irresistible dessert pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it's a crowd-pleaser that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
• 1 cup Pecans, chopped
• 0.5 cups Butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar (for caramel sauce)
• 0.25 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for caramel sauce)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt (for caramel sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 4

Fold in the diced Granny Smith apples and chopped pecans. The batter will be thick.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and spread evenly. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6

While the cake is baking, prepare the caramel topping. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 7

Slowly add the heavy cream to the saucepan and stir until the caramel is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

Step 8

Once the cake has finished baking, allow it to cool slightly in the pan before removing. Pour the warm caramel sauce over the cake, spreading evenly.

Step 9

Let the cake cool completely to allow the caramel to set. Slice and serve. Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2520.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8931.2

Total Fat 523.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 204.4g
Cholesterol 881.2mg	0%
Sodium 3909.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1054.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.1g	0%
Total Sugars 778.9g
Protein 65.1g	0%

Vitamin D 140.9IU	0%
Calcium 585.8mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 2234.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.3%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 45.9%