Chunky Apple Cake Recipe

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 6 cups chopped peeled tart apples

Butterscotch Sauce

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugar and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well (batter will be stiff). Stir in apples until well combined.

1. Spread into a greased 13-in. × 9-in. × 2-in. baking dish. Bake at 350 F. for 40-45 minutes or until top is lightly browned and springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 30 minutes before serving.

1. Meanwhile , in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and butter. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted. Gradually add cream. Bring to a slow boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Serve with cake. Yield: 12-14 servings.
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