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Autumn Apple Cake With Butter Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this delicious Autumn Apple Cake! A family Thanksgiving tradition, this moist and spiced cake is topped with a luscious, homemade butter sauce. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy night in.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 524.6 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Autumn Apple Cake With Butter Sauce

  • 2 1/2 cups total sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 6 cups peeled and chopped apples
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Autumn Apple Cake With Butter Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in 6 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 3 medium) and 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake is baking, prepare the butter sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter.
  10. Stir in ½ cup packed light brown sugar and ¼ cup granulated sugar until dissolved.
  11. Gradually whisk in ½ cup evaporated milk. Heat gently, stirring constantly, until smooth and slightly thickened. Do not boil.
  12. Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Drizzle generously with the warm butter sauce. Optional: Top with whipped cream.
  13. Enjoy this taste of autumn!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

221g

Fat

56g

Carbs

25g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Desserts Fruit Fall Cakes Seasonal Apples 4 Hours Or Less