Delicious and moist cranberry apple cake with a sweet and salty caramel glaze

This cranberry apple cake with salted caramel glaze is a delightful twist on a classic dessert. The moist cake is bursting with fresh cranberries and apples, while the salted caramel glaze adds a rich and indulgent finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup chopped apples
• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, until well combined.
6. Fold in the chopped apples and cranberries.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the cake is baking, make the salted caramel glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, and salt.
9. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
10. Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Drizzle the salted caramel glaze over the cooled cake and serve.
12. Enjoy your delicious cranberry apple cake with salted caramel glaze!

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