Description

This Decadent Caramel Cake with Spiced Apple Cider Whipped Cream is a dessert that combines indulgent caramel-soaked cake with a light and flavorful apple cider whipped cream topping. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or a sweet treat at home, it’s simple to prepare but tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. This moist cake with its spiced whipped cream is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
Eggs, oil, and water as listed on the cake mix box
1 jar (16 ounces) caramel topping

For the Apple Cider Whipped Cream:

1½ cups confectioners’ sugar
1 container (16 ounces) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
1 tablespoon apple cider
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Prepare the Cake:

Preheat the oven according to the yellow cake mix instructions.
Prepare the cake batter by following the directions on the box, using the required eggs, oil, and water.
Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake as instructed on the package until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Add the Caramel Topping:

While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over its surface using a skewer or fork.
Pour the caramel topping evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
Let the cake cool completely, so the caramel fully absorbs into the cake.

Make the Apple Cider Whipped Cream:

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the confectioners’ sugar, thawed whipped topping, apple cider, and ground cinnamon.
Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula until smooth and creamy.
Chill the whipped cream in the refrigerator for at least 15–20 minutes to let the flavors blend and firm up the consistency.

Assemble the Cake:

Once the cake has cooled and the caramel has soaked in, spread the apple cider whipped cream evenly over the top.
For an extra decorative touch, drizzle more caramel sauce over the whipped cream or sprinkle ground cinnamon.

Serve and Store:

Slice the cake into squares and serve immediately.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Notes

Use salted caramel for a sweet-and-savory flavor twist.
Make sure the cake is completely cool before spreading the whipped topping to prevent melting.
For homemade whipped cream, beat 1½ cups of heavy whipping cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then fold in the apple cider and cinnamon.
This cake is best served chilled but can be enjoyed at room temperature too.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American