FRESH APPLE CAKE WITH CARAMEL SAUCE

Fresh Apple Cake with Caramel Sauce image

I've had this recipe for years and make it often since Michigan has an abundance of apples. The caramel sauce is a special touch, especially when serving guests. -Mrs. Karl Zank, Sand Lake, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
CARAMEL SAUCE:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup half-and-half cream or evaporated milk
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, nutmeg and cinnamon; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in apples and walnuts. , Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Meanwhile, for caramel sauce, combine brown sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 3 minutes. Serve cake warm or cold with warm caramel sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.