Caramel Rum Apple Walnut Cake
Indulge in this comforting Caramel Rum Apple Walnut Cake, the epitome of cozy desserts. Blending the sweetness of ripe apples with the crunchy texture of walnuts, this delightful cake is enriched with warm spices and a touch of dark rum caramel sauce. While technically a cake, its soft, pudding-like texture makes it wonderfully comforting and perfect for sharing. Whether enjoyed warm or chilled, this dessert is best served with a generous drizzle of caramel sauce and a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, making every bite a satisfying experience.
6
Servings
366
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup (sifted)
baking soda
1 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
sugar
1 cup
unsalted butter
1/4 cup (room temperature)
egg
1 (beaten)
chopped apples
1 1/2 cups (peeled and diced)
chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (lightly toasted)
whipping cream
1/2 cup
unsalted butter (for sauce)
1/2 cup
dark brown sugar
1/2 cup
sugar (for sauce)
1/2 cup
dark rum
3 tablespoons
vanilla ice cream
as desired (for serving)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with 2-inch sides and dust it lightly with flour.
3
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt, and set aside.
4
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and 1/4 cup of room temperature unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
5
Add the beaten egg to the mixture and beat well until fully incorporated.
6
Gradually stir in the dry ingredient mixture until just combined.
7
Fold in the chopped apples and toasted walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
Allow the cake to cool slightly on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before removing it from the pan.
11
For the caramel rum sauce, combine 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of dark brown sugar, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/2 cup of whipping cream in a medium heavy saucepan over low heat.
12
Stir continuously until the butter has melted and the sugars dissolve completely.
13
Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently, and let it cook for about 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.
14
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dark rum.
15
If preparing in advance, the cake and sauce can be stored separately in the refrigerator; reheat before serving.
16
To serve, slice the cake and place pieces onto individual plates.
17
Generously spoon the warm caramel rum sauce over the cake and finish with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition Information
18g
Fat
50g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caramel Rum Apple Walnut Cake?
Caramel Rum Apple Walnut Cake is a comforting dessert featuring ripe apples, crunchy walnuts, warm spices, and a dark rum caramel sauce.
What is the texture of the Caramel Rum Apple Walnut Cake?
The cake has a soft, pudding-like texture that makes it exceptionally comforting.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to yield 6 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size cake pan should I use?
Use an 8-inch round cake pan with 2-inch sides.
How should the cake pan be prepared?
Grease the pan with butter and dust it lightly with flour before adding the batter.
What dry ingredients are sifted together for the cake?
You should sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
How do I cream the butter and sugar for the batter?
Cream 1 cup of sugar and 1/4 cup of room temperature unsalted butter until the mixture is light and fluffy.
When do I add the egg to the cake batter?
Add the beaten egg to the creamed butter and sugar mixture and beat well until it is fully incorporated.
How should the dry ingredients be added to the wet mixture?
Gradually stir in the dry ingredient mixture until it is just combined.
How are the apples prepared for the cake?
The apples should be peeled and diced to make 1.5 cups.
What should be done to the walnuts before adding them?
The 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts should be lightly toasted.
How long should the cake bake?
The cake typically takes about 45 minutes to bake.
How do I know when the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool before being removed from the pan?
Allow the cake to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
What ingredients are in the caramel rum sauce?
The sauce consists of unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, whipping cream, and dark rum.
How do I start making the caramel rum sauce?
Combine the butter, both sugars, and whipping cream in a heavy saucepan over low heat until the sugars dissolve.
How long should the sauce mixture boil?
Let the mixture cook at a gentle boil for about 3 minutes or until it is slightly thickened.
When is the dark rum added to the sauce?
Stir in the dark rum after removing the saucepan from the heat.
Can this recipe be prepared in advance?
Yes, the cake and the sauce can be prepared ahead of time and stored separately.
How should the cake and sauce be stored?
Store them in the refrigerator and reheat them before serving.
What is the best way to serve this dessert?
Serve warm slices of cake with a generous spoonful of warm caramel rum sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How many calories are in a serving of this cake?
One serving contains approximately 366 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 18 grams of fat in each serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 50 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in one serving of this cake?
The cake provides 5 grams of protein per serving.
What spices are used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
What type of butter is recommended for the cake and sauce?
The recipe specifies using unsalted butter for both the cake and the sauce.
Do I need to peel the apples?
Yes, the instructions specify that the apples should be peeled and diced.
What type of rum is best for the sauce?
The recipe calls for dark rum to provide a rich flavor to the caramel sauce.