Chunky Apple Cake

A tender apple cake full of old-fashioned flavor and comfort. A special brown sugar sauce makes it even better! For a festive occasion, top this cake with a spoonful of real whipped cream!

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 12-14

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup butter, softened
• 2  cups sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2  eggs
• 2  cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1  teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 6  cups  chopped peeled tart apples

• Butterscotch Sauce

• 1⁄2 cup  packed brown sugar
• 1⁄4 cup butter, cubed
• 1⁄2 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugar and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
2. Combine the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well (batter will be stiff.) Stir in apples until well combined.
3. Spread into a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes or until top is lightly browned and springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 30 minutes before serving.
4. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and butter. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted. Gradually add cream. Bring to a slow boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Serve with the cake.