Chunky Apple Cake
This tender, moist cake is full of old-fashioned comfort, and the yummy brown sugar sauce makes it special. Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
Dovetailing Tip: Top the cake with your Homemade Caramel Sauce you made on Meal 1.
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Ingredients:
| 1/2 cup | butter, softened |
| 2 cups | sugar |
| 1/2 teaspoon | vanilla extract |
| 2 | eggs |
| 2 cups | all-purpose flour |
| 1 1/2 teaspoons | ground cinnamon |
| 1 teaspoon | ground nutmeg |
| 1/2 teaspoon | salt |
| 1/2 teaspoon | baking soda |
| 6 cups | chopped peeled tart apples |
| BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE: | |
| 1/2 cup | packed brown sugar |
| 1/4 cup | butter, cubed |
| 1/2 cup | heavy whipping cream |
Directions:
In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well (batter will be stiff). Stir in apples until well combined. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until top is lightly browned and springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 30 minutes before serving. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and butter. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted. Gradually add cream. Bring to a slow boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Serve with cake. Yield: 12-14 servings.
Source: tasteofhome.com
