Best 5 Caramel Apple Gingerbread Recipes

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Indulge in a taste of fall with our delectable Caramel Apple Gingerbread. This classic dessert combines the warmth of gingerbread with the sweet crunch of apples and the richness of caramel, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our Caramel Apple Gingerbread is perfect for cozy gatherings, holiday parties, or as a special treat to enjoy with your loved ones. This recipe is easy to follow and promises a delightful homemade dessert that will impress your family and friends. Additionally, our article offers a tempting collection of other apple-inspired recipes that will satisfy your sweet tooth. From Apple Crumb Cake to Apple Pie Bars and Caramel Apple Nachos, you'll find an array of delectable treats to choose from. Whether you're looking for a classic dessert or a unique twist on a traditional favorite, our article has something for every apple enthusiast. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the flavors of fall with our Caramel Apple Gingerbread and the diverse apple-inspired recipes within this article.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CRAN-APPLE PRALINE GINGERBREAD



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Start with a spice-rich batter poured atop apples and cranberries in a creamy caramel sauce, then invert when done baking for a topsy-turvy dessert that's a real beauty. The old-time holiday taste will delight family and friends! -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2/3 cup fat-free caramel ice cream topping
2 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
2/3 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
6 tablespoons molasses
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup hot water
YOGURT CREAM:
3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
1/2 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt

Steps:

  • Coat a 9-in. round baking pan with cooking spray. Pour caramel topping into pan and tilt to coat bottom evenly. Arrange apples and cranberries in a single layer over caramel., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add egg; mix well. Beat in molasses and applesauce (mixture may appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, pie spice and salt; add to butter mixture just until moistened. Stir in hot water., Pour over fruit; smooth top. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Combine whipped topping and yogurt; serve with gingerbread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE GINGERBREAD



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Don't expect any leftovers when you take this moist cake to a potluck. People love it because it's a little different and has a wonderful flavor. Try it for your next gathering.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 large apples, peeled and sliced
GINGERBREAD:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup brewed tea

Steps:

  • Pour butter into a 9-in. square baking pan; sprinkle with brown sugar. Arrange apples over sugar; set aside. , For gingerbread, in a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, then molasses. Combine dry ingredients; add to sugar mixture alternately with tea, beating well after each addition. , Pour over apples. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GINGER CAKE WITH CARAMEL-APPLE TOPPING



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Whole wheat flour makes a better-for-you addition to this updated ginger cake. The creamy yogurt topping is like the icing on the cake, it's the best part!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups Yoplait® 99% Fat Free creamy harvest peach or creamy vanilla yogurt (from 2-lb container)
1/2 cup caramel fat-free topping
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup molasses
1/3 cup canola oil
1 egg
1 medium tart apple, chopped
Lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 9-inch square pan. In medium bowl, mix 3/4 cup of the yogurt and the caramel topping; cover and refrigerate until serving time.
  • In large bowl, beat remaining 1 1/4 cups yogurt and all remaining ingredients except apple and lemon juice with electric mixer on low speed 45 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 1 minute, scraping bowl occasionally, until well blended. Stir in half of the chopped apple. Pour batter into pan. Sprinkle lemon juice over remaining apple; cover and refrigerate until serving time.
  • Bake 38 to 43 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool slightly. Serve with topping mixture and remaining chopped apple.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMEL-GLAZED APPLE BREAD



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We took your favorite fall treat (caramel apples!) and transformed it into a from-scratch quick bread. With just 20 minutes of prep, this snack will be baking up in your oven before you know it! Chopped pecans and shredded apples get mixed into the batter for a texture and taste the whole family will love. After cooling, drizzle with the homemade caramel glaze for a perfect fall dessert that's sure to please everyone at the table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 2h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups shredded peeled baking apples (2 large)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottoms only of 2 (8x4-inch) loaf pans with cooking spray or shortening.
  • In large bowl, stir together apples, 1 cup brown sugar, the buttermilk, oil and eggs. Stir in remaining bread ingredients just until dry ingredients are moistened. Pour into pans.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes on cooling rack. Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and place top sides up on cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; reduce heat to low. Boil and stir 2 minutes. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling; remove from heat. Cool to lukewarm, about 30 minutes.
  • Gradually stir powdered sugar into glaze mixture. Place saucepan of glaze in bowl of cold water. Beat with spoon until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. If glaze becomes too stiff, stir in additional milk, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, or heat over low heat, stirring constantly. Drizzle glaze over loaves. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

GINGER & CARAMEL APPLE PUDDINGS



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Quintessentially British ingredients make up Frances Auger's comforting puds, impressing the judges of Britain's Best Pud

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

50g butter , plus extra for the ramekins
1 large cooking apple , peeled, cored and finely chopped
75g light brown muscovado sugar
140g butter , softened
100g light brown muscovado sugar
1 egg
125ml buttermilk
2 balls preserved stem ginger , finely chopped, plus 1 tbsp syrup from jar
100g plain flour , plus extra for dusting
1 ½ tbsp ground ginger
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
icing sugar , for dusting
cream or custard, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Lightly butter and flour 6 x 8cm deep ramekins, tapping out excess flour. Heat the butter in a pan until foaming, add the apple and cook for 1 min on a medium heat. Toss in the sugar and cook until dissolved. Divide between the ramekins.
  • For the puddings, beat the butter and sugar together with an electric whisk until fully combined. In a separate bowl, mix together the egg, buttermilk, chopped ginger and ginger syrup, then stir this into the butter mixture. Fold in the flour, ground ginger, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda and a pinch of salt. Divide between the ramekins so they are filled to 1cm below the top. Place them on a baking tray and bake for 20 mins, until golden and risen.
  • Serve warm, dusted with icing sugar. Accompany with cream or custard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 28 grams fat, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 53 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 39 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 1.07 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples. Granny Smith apples are a good choice for this recipe because they hold their shape well and have a tart flavor that complements the sweetness of the caramel and gingerbread.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature. This will help them combine more easily and create a smooth batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the gingerbread tough.
  • Bake the gingerbread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will make the gingerbread dry.
  • Let the gingerbread cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • Use a good quality caramel sauce. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the gingerbread.
  • Serve the gingerbread warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. This will make it even more delicious!

Conclusion:

This caramel apple gingerbread is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your gingerbread spicy or mild, with or without nuts, this recipe is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give this caramel apple gingerbread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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