"Inspired by caramel-covered apples, this spice cake is topped with a warm and luscious caramel sauce. Homemade sauce tastes best, but if you're short on time, substitute any store-bought variety...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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3 teaspoons baking powder
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2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
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1 1/2 cups sugar
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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4 large eggs, at room temperature
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1/4 cup sour cream
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3 1/2 cups chopped apples (from about 2 large apples)
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Caramel sauce:
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1 cup sugar
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1/4 cup water
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
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Pinch salt
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract