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Apple Praline Dessert Cake Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible Apple Praline Dessert Cake! This heavenly dessert boasts a moist apple cake infused with crunchy pecans, topped with a luscious warm praline sauce. A perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavors, it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 645.1 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Praline Dessert Cake

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups peeled and diced apples
  • 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0 Walnuts
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

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How to Make Apple Praline Dessert Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 2 cups peeled and diced apples and 1 cup chopped pecans.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake is baking, prepare the praline sauce:
  10. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter.
  11. Whisk in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour until smooth.
  12. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly (about 2-3 minutes).
  13. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  14. Once the cake is baked, let it cool slightly before serving.
  15. Top warm cake with warm praline sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

285g

Fat

76g

Carbs

30g

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