Indulge in the perfect combination of warm spices, tender apples, and luscious caramel with this Caramel Apple Drip Cake. Each layer is packed with soft apple-infused cake, creamy frosting, and a generous drizzle of caramel sauce, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply craving a cozy dessert, this cake is sure to impress.
A Decadent Apple and Caramel Delight
Caramel and apples are a classic pairing, bringing together the rich sweetness of caramel with the crisp tartness of apples. This cake takes those flavors to a whole new level, combining spiced cake layers with silky frosting and a stunning caramel drizzle for a show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients for Caramel Apple Drip Cake
To create this stunning and flavorful cake, you’ll need a combination of fresh apples, warm spices, and rich caramel. Gather these ingredients to ensure your cake turns out moist, flavorful, and perfectly balanced.
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 ½ cups finely diced apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
