Carolina apple cake is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh apples, a moist cake batter, and a sweet crumb topping. This cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is sure to please everyone at your table. There are many different recipes for Carolina apple cake, but they all share a few key ingredients and techniques. The most important ingredient in a Carolina apple cake is, of course, apples. Granny Smith apples are a popular choice for this cake, as they hold their shape well and have a tart flavor that balances out the sweetness of the cake.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
KARDEA'S CARAMEL APPLE CAKE
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories dessert
Time 2h10m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the cake: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Generously grease and flour a 9- or 10-inch Bundt pan.
- Mix together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside. Peel, core and dice 3 cups apples. Set aside.
- Blend the oil, sugars and vanilla in a bowl with a handheld electric mixer or in a stand mixer until well mixed. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the dry ingredients until just incorporated. The batter will be very thick. Fold in the apple pieces. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Let cool for 20 to 30 minutes, then remove the cake from the pan to a cooling rack.
- For the caramel sauce: Meanwhile, heat the caramels and milk in a saucepan on medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the caramels are completely melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2 minutes. Let cool for 1 to 2 minutes, then drizzle over the cake just before serving.
TRADITIONAL IRISH APPLE CAKE
A delicious Irish apple cake that is great for serving with tea or coffee.
Provided by jenio
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland Irish
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter an 8-1/2x11-inch lasagna dish or roasting pan.
- Sift flour, baking powder, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar together in another bowl using an electric mixer until light and soft. Beat in 1 egg then 1 tablespoon of the flour mixture. Repeat twice more. Fold in two-thirds of the remaining flour. Stir in milk; fold in the rest of the flour.
- Spread 1/2 the batter into the bottom of the prepared dish. Distribute apple slices on top and cover with remaining batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees (163 degrees C). Continue baking until golden brown and firm to the touch, about 30 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 157.8 mg, Sugar 10.2 g
EASY APPLE CAKE
After testing many apple cake recipes with fresh apples, this old-fashioned cake is moist, dense and down-home delicious. Even better, it 's quick to fix and, served warm with whipped cream or a dollop of frozen custard, one of my family's very favorite recipes for decades. -Sherry Ashenfelter, Waterville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Fold in apples and walnuts., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-45 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Serve with whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
ROMANIAN APPLE CAKE
This is a wonderfully simple, yet delicious cake! It is so moist and fresh, it will surely be a favorite with your family, just like it is with mine! The main length of the preparation time is cutting and peeling the apples. A mixture of apples works great, although I usually use Golden Delicious.
Provided by RAVRAM
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Cut the apples into 1 inch wedges. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until blended. Mix in the baking soda, oil, cinnamon and vanilla. Stir in the flour, just until incorporated. Fold in the apples and walnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly. May be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 123.6 mg, Sugar 31.4 g
APPLE CAKE I
This is a tasty cake that stores well and is quite easy to make.
Provided by Judy Richardson
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour one 9x13 inch cake pan.
- Beat vegetable oil and eggs until foamy. Add the sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, baking, soda, salt, and vanilla and mix well. Stir in the diced apples. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 40 minutes. Cool cake in pan for 10 minutes. Cake needs no frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 107.2 mg, Sugar 18.9 g
OLD FASHIONED APPLE CAKE
A moist apple cake that I make in an angel food pan. Sauce is poured over cake when taken out of oven. Delicious!
Provided by TCCLOWN
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, 2 cups sugar, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Make a well in the center and pour in the eggs, oil, orange juice and vanilla. Mix well. Stir in the chopped apple, nuts and coconut. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 75 to 90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Pour glaze over cake and let stand for 1 hour before turning out.
- To make the glaze: In a saucepan, combine butter, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda and 1/2 cup buttermilk. Bring to a rolling boil and pour over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.5 calories, Carbohydrate 60.9 g, Cholesterol 46.6 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 329.1 mg, Sugar 41 g
CAROLYN'S APPLE PUDDING CAKE
Is there anything nicer than the smell of apples and cinnamon? This is such a comforting dessert. Easy to make and low in fat too. You probably already have everything at hand. A good friend gave this to me many moons ago. I believe she got it from a women's group in Meaford Ontario. This is also terrific baked in individual ramekins or onion soup bowls. For a change of pace, try adding raisins or whole cranberries to the apples prior to pouring on the batter.
Provided by Diana 2
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350*.
- Slice apples, with or without the peel, to fill a casserole dish.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon and water.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, white sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
- In a small bowl or shaker, combine vanilla, egg, melted shortening and milk.
- Add to the flour mixture and beat until smooth, then pour over the apples.
- If desired, sprinkle with sugar cinnamon.
- Bake for 1 hour or until golden.
- Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 57.1, Sodium 336.5, Carbohydrate 77.3, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 46.3, Protein 6.2
MOUNTAIN APPLE CAKE
Does this cake catch your eye? It is not only beautiful but melts in your mouth; it is so moist. It's a must try for any apple lover!! Very easy recipe.
Provided by chef heather in cul
Categories Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 9 inch bunt, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Mix eggs, oil, and sugar. Blend well.
- Sift flour, salt,soda and cinnamon.
- Add to egg mixture.
- Add vanilla, apples and nuts. Mix well.
- Pour into a 9 inch bundt pan.
- Bake for 1 to 1-1/2 hours at 350°F until cake is set in the middle and is golden brown.
- Meanwhile combine brown sugar, milk, butter, and vanilla in a sauce pan and cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour over cake while it is hot out of the oven (leave cake in the bundt pan).
- When cooled completely remove cake to a serving plate.
- For frosting, combine powdered sugar, mayonnaise, vanilla and milk until a smooth, slightly thick icing forms.
- Once cake is cooled drizzle icing over entire cake.
- Sprinkle with additional nuts and enjoy!
- I have done several variations such as added raisins, mango, and even bananas with the apples they all have came out great!
- Just play with the recipe and add your favorites and it sure to be a hit at any party or family gathering.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 839.1, Fat 46.9, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 74.9, Sodium 387.6, Carbohydrate 101.8, Fiber 3, Sugar 74.3, Protein 6.6
CARAMEL APPLE CAKE
When I go to potlucks, family gatherings or on hunting and fishing trips with my husband and son, this cake is one of my favorite desserts to bring. The flavorful cake stays moist as long as it lasts, which isn't long! -Marilyn Paradis, Woodburn, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugars and eggs until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture until blended. Fold in the apples, walnuts and vanilla. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. , In a small heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, cook and stir the brown sugar, cream, butter and salt until sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a small bowl; cool to room temperature. Beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth; drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with walnuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 calories, Fat 29g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Use a combination of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor. Granny Smith, Braeburn, and Honeycrisp are all good choices.
- Be sure to peel and core the apples before slicing them. This will help to prevent the cake from becoming too mushy.
- Toss the apples with a little bit of lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
- Use a combination of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor. Granny Smith, Braeburn, and Honeycrisp are all good choices.
- Be sure to peel and core the apples before slicing them. This will help to prevent the cake from becoming too mushy.
- Toss the apples with a little bit of lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Carolina Apple Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and tender crumb, sweet and slightly tart apples, and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give Carolina Apple Cake a try. You won't be disappointed.
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