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Apple Banana Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

Apple Banana Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

The ultimate comfort dessert is here! This Apple Banana Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting is moist, flavorful, and topped with an indulgent caramel cream cheese frosting. Perfect for sharing during the fall season, this cake will satisfy your sweet tooth and warm your heart. Make it tonight for a cozy treat!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 4 eggs Eggs
  • 1.5 cups Brown sugar
  • 1 cup Sunflower oil
  • 2 cups Cake flour
  • 0.5 tsps Salt
  • 2 tsps Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 2 cups Grated apple
  • 1.5 cups Mashed banana
  • 0.75 cups Walnuts
  • 100 grams Muscovado sugar
  • 100 grams Butter
  • 80 grams Nestle Caramel Treat
  • 230 grams Cream cheese

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180C/350F.
  2. Grease and line two 22cm round cake tins, or a large bundt tin.
  3. In an electric mixer, beat the eggs and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add the sunflower oil and continue to beat until well combined.
  5. Sift in the cake flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix briefly to combine.
  6. Remove from mixer and fold in the grated apple, mashed banana, and walnuts.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared tins.
  8. Bake for about an hour, until a sharp knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. To prepare the frosting, beat together the muscovado sugar, butter, and caramel until pale and fluffy.
  11. Add the cream cheese and beat until smooth and creamy.
  12. Once the cakes are cool, spread frosting between the layers and cover the top and sides.
  13. Decorate with extra walnuts.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
  • Freezing: Freeze in slices for up to three months; thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
  • Pairing: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
  • Customizing: Feel free to add chocolate chips for a delightful twist.
  • Serving Tip: Perfect for autumn gatherings or special occasions.