Salted Caramel Apple Cake Recipe

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Salted Caramel Apple Cake Recipe 🍎✨

There’s something magical about fall — crisp mornings, colorful leaves, and of course, apples! 🍂 If you’ve ever gone apple picking, you know the joy of biting into a just-picked apple. But while apple crisp and apple pie are classics, sometimes you want a dessert that’s extra cozy yet surprisingly easy. That’s where this Salted Caramel Apple Cake comes in.

This recipe captures all the flavors of those nostalgic caramel apples on a stick — but in a soft, golden cake that’s easier to slice and share. Imagine tender chunks of orchard-fresh apple, crunchy pecans (or walnuts if you prefer), and a dense, moist crumb that fills your kitchen with the most irresistible aroma as it bakes.

And then there’s the caramel. 😍 Made completely from scratch in just minutes, the rich, buttery sauce drips luxuriously down the sides of the cake. The touch of sea salt balances out the sweetness, creating that perfect sweet-salty harmony we all crave.

Why You’ll Love This Cake 🍏🍯

• One-bowl wonder – minimal cleanup, maximum flavor.
• Seasonal star – the perfect way to use fresh orchard apples.
• Crowd-pleaser – that salted caramel glaze makes it party-worthy.
• Simple but stunning – easy enough for a weekday, impressive enough for guests.

How It Comes Together

You’ll mix everything in a single bowl, fold in your fresh apples and nuts, and bake until golden — about an hour. While the cake cools slightly, you’ll whip up the salted caramel on the stovetop: butter, sugar, vanilla, cream, and sea salt. That’s it! No fancy equipment, just real ingredients.

Once you pour that warm caramel over the cake, you’ll see why this dessert is such a showstopper. Dense, moist, sweet, and just the right amount of salty — it’s like autumn wrapped up in every bite.

👉 Click the link to see the full recipe and try it for yourself! Salted Caramel Apple Cake Recipe