Caramelized Apple Cake

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Moist, Buttery & Irresistibly Golden

Why This Cake is a Must-Try

🍏 Layers of caramelized apples in every bite
🧈 Brown butter richness for depth of flavor
🔥 Crispy sugar crust with a tender crumb
☕ Equally perfect for breakfast or dessert

Ingredients

Caramelized Apples

3 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), thinly sliced
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

Cake Batter

1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup (115g) butter, browned and cooled
¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup (120ml) buttermilk

Topping

1 tbsp coarse sugar
½ tsp cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Caramelize the Apples

  1. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Cook 8-10 minutes until golden and tender. Let cool slightly.

2. Brown the Butter

  1. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat, swirling until nutty and amber. Cool 10 minutes.

3. Make the Batter

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 9-inch round pan.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Beat browned butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
  4. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk.

4. Layer & Bake

  1. Spread half the batter in pan. Arrange half the apples on top.
  2. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with coarse sugar and cinnamon.
  3. Bake 40-45 minutes until golden.

Pro Tips

🍯 Extra caramel: Drizzle with salted caramel sauce before serving
🍎 Apple prep: Leave skins on for texture and color
❄️ Make ahead: Flavors deepen overnight

Serving Suggestions

🥄 Warm with vanilla ice cream
☕ Perfect with chai tea
🧀 Pair with sharp cheddar for contrast

“Autumn in every forkful!” 🍂

Storage: Keeps 3 days at room temp. Freezes well for 2 months.

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