Simple Apple-Caramel Cake

Apples, caramel, and cinnamon? The perfect trio!

Enjoy a piece of this cake as a snack with tea, a latte, or a glass of milk and take a moment just for yourself. 

Ingredients

• 2 cups (230 g) all-purpose flour 
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) baking powder
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
• 3/4 cup (168.75 g) granulated sugar (extra fine, if possible)
• 1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (65 ml) sour cream
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup (190 ml) whole milk
• 1 can of 20 oz (567 g) apple pie filling, diced
• 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) caramel chips, divided
• 1 1/4 cups (315 ml) caramel sauce, divided
• 1 container of 16 oz (453 g) whipped topping or whipped cream

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Grease a rectangular baking dish.

In a bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk the sugar and brown sugar. Add the butter and vegetable oil, stirring to combine all the ingredients. Add the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.

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Add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, whisking until smooth.

Pour half of the batter into the baking dish. Spread the apple pie filling over the batter and sprinkle with 1 cup of caramel chips. 

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Pour the remaining batter on top and spread well to the edges with a spatula. 

Bake for 35 to 40 minutes.

Remove the cake from the oven. While still warm, pierce holes across the surface of the cake with a fork or straw. Pour 1 cup of caramel sauce over the top.

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Let the cake cool completely, about 45 minutes. 

Top with whipped cream, drizzle with caramel sauce, and sprinkle with caramel chips.