Name: Sticky Caramel Apple Spice Cake
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 16 pieces
Cuisine: American

Knead Some Sweets Verified

January 26, 2026

This warm Sticky Caramel Apple Spice Cake is buttery soft, packed with tender apples and comforting spices, and topped with a gooey cinnamon caramel topping.

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Sticky Caramel Apple Spice Cake

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 4 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Grease a 9X13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.

In a large bowl using a handheld electric mixer, cream together butter and white sugar. Add the eggs, vanilla, and sour cream and continue beating.

In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and allspice. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed just until combined. Fold in the apples.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove cake from the oven but leave the oven on at 350ºF.

In a small pot stir together the butter, brown sugar, whipping cream, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium heat and let boil for 2-3 minutes whisking constantly.

Pour caramel sauce over the hot cake and place the cake back in the oven for 3-5 minutes or until the sauce starts to bubble.

Let the cake cool for 10-15 minutes or until ready to serve. Best served while still warm with ice cream. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Apple Selection Magic 🍎
Choose firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp that hold their shape during baking and provide a perfect balance to the sweet caramel.
Spice Layering Technique 🌿
Toast your ground cinnamon and allspice briefly in a dry pan before adding to the batter to intensify their aromatic oils and deepen the cake's flavor profile.
Moisture-Locking Pro Tip 💧
Fold in sour cream at the very end of mixing to create an ultra-tender crumb and prevent over-mixing, which can lead to a tough cake texture.
Caramel Perfection Trick 🍯
When making the caramel topping, watch for a deep amber color and remove from heat immediately to prevent burning, which can create a bitter taste.
Apple Preparation Secret 🔪
Dice apples into uniform, small pieces and toss with a tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking to the bottom of the cake during baking.