No-Bake Caramel Apple Cake
Ingredients:
For the apple:
1 large apple, cored and finely chopped
2 tablespoons salted butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
To combine:
1 package (14.4 oz) graham crackers
Additional butter for garnish
Chopped nuts or coffee beans for decoration (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the apple filling: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and caramelized.
Prepare the caramel sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine caramel and cream. Stir until the caramel melts and the sauce is smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour mixture and cold milk until thickened. Fold in whipped cream and vanilla extract.
Assemble the cake: Place a layer of graham crackers in a 9 x 13 inch dish. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crackers. Top with half of the caramelized apples and drizzle half of the caramel sauce over them. Add another layer of graham crackers, followed by the remaining whipped cream, caramel apples, and caramel sauce. Finish with a final layer of graham cracker crumbs.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to meld.
Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with chopped nuts or coffee beans, if desired.