Caramel Apple Trifle

Directions

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   For the Cake:
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Butter and flour an 8” round baking pan or spray with non-stick baking spray.

3. 3

   Cream together the butter and sugar, using a stand mixer or a hand mixer, until lightened in color.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs, one at a time, add the vanilla and the buttermilk.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

6. 6

   Mix the dry ingredients into the wet batter and pour into the prepared pan.

7. 7

   Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely and slice into 3 layers.

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   For the Apple Pie Filling:

   Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

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   Add the apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice and salt.

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    Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender.

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    Stir in the cornstarch and continue cooking for another minute until the mixture thickens. Remove from the heat and cool completely.

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    For the Whipped Cream:

    Add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla and salt to the bowl of a stand mixer. You can also do this with a hand mixer.

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    Whip until soft peaks form but be careful not to over mix.