apple cake with hot caramel sauce

How To Make apple cake with hot caramel sauce

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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  Step 2
  Peel, core, and chop apples to equal 2½ cups; set aside.
• Step 3
  Lightly oil a 8 or 9 inch cake pan: set aside.
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  Step 4
  In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar; beat until fluffy. Add in the egg and beat until blended.
• Step 5
  Mix in the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg, mixing until combined. Stir in the apples and nuts. ( Mixture will be thick).
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  Step 6
  Spoon the apple mixture into the lightly oiled cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
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  Step 7
  Prepare Caramel Sauce:
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  Step 8
  In a small saucepan, melt the butter, brown sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil; stirring with a whisk.
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  Step 9
  Remove from heat and whisk in the vanilla and evaporated milk.
• Step 10
  To serve, ladle 1-2 tablespoons of the hot Caramel sauce onto serving plates. Place a wedge of cake on top of Caramel sauce. Drizzle a little more sauce over the cake. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!
• Step 11
  Note: The sauce can be made ahead of time and then reheated in the microwave. You can also spoon out a tablespoon or 2 on a saucer, and reheat that amount up for a single serving. The cake should be served warm, or at least room temperature for the best flavor. :)
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