INGREDIENTS

for the cake

• 2 cups shredded apples, peeled and cored
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt

for the frosting

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 5 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups powdered sugar

for the salted caramel sauce

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt