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Decadent Apple of My Eye Baby Shower Cake with Caramel Drip

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A moist apple-flavored cake layered with cream cheese frosting and topped with a luscious, thick caramel drip. Perfect for baby showers and special occasions, this cake combines simple ingredients with an elegant presentation.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (110 g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 3 medium apples (Granny Smith or Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • For the Caramel Drip:
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, cubed
  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, warmed
  • ½ tsp sea salt (optional)
  • For the Frosting:
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. Peel, core, and chop the apples into small, even pieces. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Using a mixer, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
  6. Alternate adding the flour mixture in three parts and buttermilk in two parts, starting and ending with flour. Mix each addition just until combined.
  7. Gently fold in the chopped apples using a spatula.
  8. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans (about 3 cups per pan). Smooth tops with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely (about 45 minutes).
  11. Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until fluffy (about 5 minutes).
  12. Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Add second layer and cover entire cake with remaining frosting. Chill for 15 minutes.
  13. To make caramel drip: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar while stirring constantly until deep amber color (8-10 minutes). Remove from heat and whisk in butter carefully. Slowly add warmed heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Let cool until thick but pourable.
  14. Drizzle caramel around edges and center of cake using spoon or squeeze bottle. Let set for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and butter for best results. Peel apples to avoid chewiness. Watch caramel closely to avoid burning; if caramel hardens too fast, gently rewarm over low heat. For gluten-free option, substitute flour with 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk and butter alternatives.

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