If you're dreaming of a warm, buttery cake loaded with caramelized apples and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, this recipe is your new go-to! Perfect for cozy mornings, elegant desserts, or impressing guests with minimal effort.
Why This Caramelized Apple Cake is a Must-Try
✔ Ultra-moist with a tender crumb
✔ Buttery caramelized apples in every bite
✔ Simple ingredients, stunning results
✔ Perfect with coffee, tea, or vanilla ice cream
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Caramelized Apples:
3 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work best)
3 tbsp unsalted butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning)
For the Cake Batter:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for moisture)
Optional Glaze (For Extra Decadence!):
½ cup powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp milk or cream
½ tsp vanilla extract