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Name: Sage-Flecked Thanksgiving Sweet Potato-Apple Cake with Caramel-Bacon Creme Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, packed; 3 cups cake flour; 2 teaspoons apple pie spice; A 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup canola oil; 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 cups peeled, cored and diced apples; 1 1/2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes; 1 cup pecans, chopped; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping; 2 -3 tablespoons very crisp cooked bacon, finely crumbled; Optional garnish: additional fresh sage leaves and apple slices, if desired

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, packed
3 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons apple pie spice
A 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup canola oil
3 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups peeled, cored and diced apples
1 1/2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping
2 -3 tablespoons very crisp cooked bacon, finely crumbled
Optional garnish: additional fresh sage leaves and apple slices, if desired

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees.", "Grease and flour (or spray with a nonstick baking spray that contains flour) a 12-cup bundt or tube cake pan.", "Place sugar and sage leaves into the work bowl of a food processor; process until well blended, using on/off bursts (sage should be very small flecks within the sugar mixture); remove and reserve.", "Stir together the flour, spice, red pepper, baking powder, baking soda and salt.", "Reserve.", "Using an electric mixer, beat the oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended.", "Add the flour mixture and the sugar mixture, blending well a"" batter will be stiff at this point.", "Add the apples, sweet potatoes and pecans, mixing just until blended.", "Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, gently tapping the filled pan on the counter a few times.", "Bake in the preheated oven until a wooden skewer inserted near the center comes out clean, about 90 minutes.", "Meanwhile, in a food processor, blender or electric mixer combine whipping cream, sour cream and caramel topping.", "Beat or process for 1 to 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened.", "Reserve in refrigerator (bacon will be added just prior to serving).", "Let the cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then invert onto a plate.", "Let cool completely before slicing.", "Add bacon to topping, then serve cake with a dollop of topping and garnish with fresh sage leaves and apple slices, if desired.", "Makes 18 servings."]

2186

kcal

Calories

121

Fat

238

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, packed, 3 cups cake flour, 2 teaspoons apple pie spice, and more.

Yes, Sage-Flecked Thanksgiving Sweet Potato-Apple Cake with Caramel-Bacon Creme Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Sage-Flecked Thanksgiving Sweet Potato-Apple Cake with Caramel-Bacon Creme Recipe

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