WILLIAM TELL'S NEVER-MISS APPLE CAKE

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I bake my family-favorite fall cake to usher in this abundant season. It looks so luscious that eating one piece is nearly impossible. -Jamie Jones, Madison, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
CAKE:
1-3/4 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
3 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
PRALINE ICING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; beat in egg. , For cake, in a large bowl, beat sugar, oil and eggs until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in apples, carrots and pecans., Transfer half of the batter to prepared pan; layer with cream cheese mixture, then remaining batter. Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in cake portion comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., For icing, in a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; whisk in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614 calories, Fat 36g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Bradley Elms
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This is the best apple cake I've ever had. Thank you for sharing the recipe!


Trinity THORNTON
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This cake is delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Michelle Grabek
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect apple cake for my family.


Usman Bahi
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


jabawer hosen
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I love the way the cinnamon and nutmeg complement the apples in this cake. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Mackbel Berhanu
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect comfort food.


Chinedu Chika
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for apple cake.


Ahmed fraz
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I love that this cake is made with fresh apples. It gives it such a great flavor.


Bonakele Lengwati
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's beautiful and delicious.


Amarjit Paswan
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I'm really happy with how it turned out.


Cillian Mcgrath
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I made this cake for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best apple cake they've ever had.


Sumon Sk
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe it's made with whole wheat flour!


Elleen Garrick
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I love the combination of apples and cinnamon in this cake. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Mst Habiba Khatun
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This is my new go-to apple cake recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Mohammed Parviz
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Muthin Roy
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This apple cake is a winner! It's moist, flavorful, and has just the right amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.