Caramel Apple Cake

Caramel Apple Cake

1. 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored
2. 2 cups granulated sugar
3. 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
4. 2 eggs
5. 2 cups all-purpose flour
6. 2 teaspoon vanilla
7. 2 teaspoons cinnamon
8. 1 teaspoon baking soda
9. 1 teaspoon salt
10. 1 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
11. 1 cup Kraft caramel baking bits
12. 3 cups whipped cream or Cool Whip

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Spray a 9x13 pan with nonstick cooking spray.
3. Cut the apples into slices or chucks.
4. No need to be precise.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter and eggs.
6. Stir in the cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and flour.
7. Add the apples, 1 cup pecans, and caramel baking bits.
8. Bake for 45 minutes or until cooked through.
9. Cool cake before topping with whipped cream and sprinkle with ½ cup pecans.

**Omit the whipped cream topping and serve cake warm with coffee or tea!