Apple Walnut Cake

Karlie Shaw Abrams

2 c. flour
1 c. whole wheat flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. veg oil
2 c. sugar
3 large eggs at room temp.
3 c apples cupt into small pieces
1 c. chopped walnuts
3 tbsp. apple brandy- optional

Preheat to 325
Sift together dry ingredients.

Beat oil and sugar together unti smooth. Add eggs 1 at a time and beat until light.

Add dry ingredients in thirds beating after each addition until smooth. Will be extremely thick. With a spoon stir in remining ingredients until just blended. Divide between prepared pans and bake 40-45 minutes.

Icing: beat 1 lb. cream cheese with 1/2 c softened butter. Gradually add 1 cup caramel sauce until well incorporated.

Frost cooled cake. Garnish with chopped walnuts and drizzle 1/4 cup caramel sauce.

*I got this recipe from my college roommate and dear friend Karlie Shaw Abrams. It is my favorite cake, hands-down.