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Salted Caramel Apple Sheet Cake

Salted Caramel Apple Sheet Cake

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Salted Caramel Apple Sheet Cake, a moist and tender dessert that combines the warmth of cinnamon-spiced apples with a rich, glossy salted caramel glaze. Perfect for any gathering from cozy fall evenings to festive holiday celebrations, this cake is easy to make, requiring no special equipment. With its generous yield of 36 servings, it’s an ideal choice for parties, potlucks, or simply treating your family. The delightful contrast between the sweet caramel and tart apples makes every bite irresistible.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (254 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (200 grams) lightly packed light brown sugar
  • 2 sticks (227 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water (236 grams)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups (200 grams) peeled and chopped Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium apples)
  • 1 stick (113 grams) unsalted butter for glaze
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
  • 3 cups (375 grams) powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for glaze
  • 1/4 cup homemade salted caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and sea salt.
  3. Melt the unsalted butter in a large bowl; add granulated and brown sugars until smooth.
  4. Mix in water, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
  6. Fold in chopped Granny Smith apples evenly.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in milk and powdered sugar until smooth, then mix in vanilla extract and salted caramel sauce.
  9. After cooling slightly, pour the glaze over the cake before serving.

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