Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin with Cheddar Grits

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEpD2fad0V5ttrPhhpP0XG1kLIEZ0iYOibvzz3tpdiK7I4WYneJ5t5HvG8_PRyuRjOl7lWTCKnbUJKAP5n-J2WaNSjZ34BkIbjJG06h7lE_9pRth4fIIUp6xdS5wU7ZVod9SSo19mJxvpj/s1600/IMG_4752.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEpD2fad0V5ttrPhhpP0XG1kLIEZ0iYOibvzz3tpdiK7I4WYneJ5t5HvG8_PRyuRjOl7lWTCKnbUJKAP5n-J2WaNSjZ34BkIbjJG06h7lE_9pRth4fIIUp6xdS5wU7ZVod9SSo19mJxvpj/s1600/IMG_4752.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Oh my goodness.  This is a photo of our dinner last night - was soooo good.  Sometimes I feel like Pork Tenderloin is a bit of an obligation... something I feel like I should make when Fall rolls around.  But this, this was excellent.  The pork cooks in a mixture of Apple Cider, Dijon, Red Pepper Flakes, Garlic, Apples & Onions.  It is a little sweet, and definitely savory.  The apples and onions cook down in the cider to create the most amazing chutney type sauce.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin-with.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ePj9__HeDrQ%2FVC23uoSjC0I%2FAAAAAAAAZwI%2FBFpyIKNRyfw%2Fs1600%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg&description=Apple%20Cider%20Pork%20Tenderloin%20%20with%20Cheddar%20Grits%20%20-%20So%20easy%20and%20simple.%20%20Only%2045%20minutes%20in%20the%20oven!"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was very simple to make and cooked for 45 minutes.  The entire dinner was prepped and cooked in under an hour.  It is definitely company worthy.  This was my first time making grits and it was very easy.  The cheddar was a perfect compliment to the apples.  I served ours with a Kale, Cranberry, Pumpkin Seed & Pecorino salad (photo at the end of the post!)- I'll share the recipe next week.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSnpkafA44OSKLuZG_s27IOyDVSuRP60hWpMY_-NvIaoRx8iA4tiT1wfA3aa80svpSqSOMXKP4l0nNoeUuA3c5kihOjWQYnJ51SUD3aF9-c9jrm6NZWiRe0PJvxPw2YjYu4Q9YXS1r10vH/s1600/apple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSnpkafA44OSKLuZG_s27IOyDVSuRP60hWpMY_-NvIaoRx8iA4tiT1wfA3aa80svpSqSOMXKP4l0nNoeUuA3c5kihOjWQYnJ51SUD3aF9-c9jrm6NZWiRe0PJvxPw2YjYu4Q9YXS1r10vH/s1600/apple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>I made only one tenderloin (1.25lbs) and it was perfect for the three of us with a little bit of leftovers.  The recipe is for 2 tenderloins - which is what I would make for 4 adults.<br /><br /><i>Apple Cider</i><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Pork Tenderloin </i></span><br /><i>with Cheddar Grits</i><br /><i><br /></i><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin-with.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ePj9__HeDrQ%2FVC23uoSjC0I%2FAAAAAAAAZwI%2FBFpyIKNRyfw%2Fs1600%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg&description=Apple%20Cider%20Pork%20Tenderloin%20%20with%20Cheddar%20Grits%20%20-%20So%20easy%20and%20simple.%20%20Only%2045%20minutes%20in%20the%20oven!"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />2 pounds Pork Tenderloin<br />2 tablespoons of olive oil<br />salt and pepper<br />2 apples, sliced<br />1 medium onion, sliced<br />2 cups of apple cider<br />5 cloves of garlic, sliced<br />1 tablespoon of dijon<br />.......<br />3 cups of water<br />1 cup of grits<br />1/2 cup of half and half<br />4 tablespoons of butter<br />1 cup of cheddar, shredded<br />1 tablespoon of sea salt<br /><br /><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvdzq3oEPbrBny5zjB_VgVEsQIKXrIzasD4p-rHWfPm7bN2YiSLpnz8P1pmZJMPA-MIwrdrBP8Xkpn8SeippWvR11qoa_rXU3OODMCQHATpclrPytBem44yDTc7Tukmh1el9_0xcWQfHlN/s1600/IMG_4735.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvdzq3oEPbrBny5zjB_VgVEsQIKXrIzasD4p-rHWfPm7bN2YiSLpnz8P1pmZJMPA-MIwrdrBP8Xkpn8SeippWvR11qoa_rXU3OODMCQHATpclrPytBem44yDTc7Tukmh1el9_0xcWQfHlN/s1600/IMG_4735.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Season the pork with salt and pepper.  In a dutch oven, heat olive oil and sear pork for 3 minutes on each side.  Add garlic, onions and apples.  Cook for 2 more minutes.  Mix together cider, dijon and red pepper - add and put in 350 degree oven for 40 minutes (covered).<br /><br />Meanwhile, prepare the grits by bringing water to boil, then lower heat and add grits. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring often.  When grits are tender, add half and half, butter, cheddar and salt.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwH2dsu0KVfnBfuEiRJ4sJrIkVugQ4v1EyvAkdo6Ql28ncE_8BjWetxpr04IAMeQuvRnE8b06AVWXxxB5EM08S0nlBXIEsLSgOm_bJVts6yn0ETjcYhqLRUjJciw98uvZENMLcCDBHH4me/s1600/IMG_4739.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwH2dsu0KVfnBfuEiRJ4sJrIkVugQ4v1EyvAkdo6Ql28ncE_8BjWetxpr04IAMeQuvRnE8b06AVWXxxB5EM08S0nlBXIEsLSgOm_bJVts6yn0ETjcYhqLRUjJciw98uvZENMLcCDBHH4me/s1600/IMG_4739.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Remove pork from oven.  Take pork out of pan (keep liquid in dutch oven) and set it aside, covered in foil.  Heat the reserved liquid with apples and onions (from the baking liquid) on the stove to reduce.  Cook on medium-high for about 5 minutes until it has thickened.   Serve sliced pork over grits and spoon on apple onion sauce.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYE1wh6fYKv6TcquCp0oBZKhdVQA0JyrAj_Ckpsr9atJ884g48o_Pu91Le5t6d6Nskmmlj8mxee8ZgloEuhyphenhyphen8CiCkWJcxva29a50amtz7TMpganb1GvsDSbsQGLyN6Q5I3EKlPau6MzG7H/s1600/IMG_4767.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYE1wh6fYKv6TcquCp0oBZKhdVQA0JyrAj_Ckpsr9atJ884g48o_Pu91Le5t6d6Nskmmlj8mxee8ZgloEuhyphenhyphen8CiCkWJcxva29a50amtz7TMpganb1GvsDSbsQGLyN6Q5I3EKlPau6MzG7H/s1600/IMG_4767.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin-with.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ePj9__HeDrQ%2FVC23uoSjC0I%2FAAAAAAAAZwI%2FBFpyIKNRyfw%2Fs1600%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg&description=Apple%20Cider%20Pork%20Tenderloin%20%20with%20Cheddar%20Grits%20%20-%20So%20easy%20and%20simple.%20%20Only%2045%20minutes%20in%20the%20oven!"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><div><br />Here is the Kale, Cranberry, Pumpkin Seed & Pecorino Salad with an Apple Cider Vinaigrette - I'll share the recipe soon.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tomorrow morning my Halloween products will be posted...  Set your alarms : )  Not too early, though, maybe around 10 am.  I'm hoping the light is better for photos tomorrow morning than it was on this very dark and rainy day!</div>

Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin with Cheddar Grits

Oh my goodness.  This is a photo of our dinner last night - was soooo good.  Sometimes I feel like Pork Tenderloin is a bit of an obligation...

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Toffee Topped Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NN5276tELSKLOYwjXpxdhJBqIMYlOUMmWR4P-KtRPxZ3qZGlvyNUmIJ1R-1w6ZB7Sx72ZO1rYG4X_R3Ev7KVOV7kzIbqECL0iITeIcqYd8M1Kc_ycHj4I6FJPN9EJGv_CWTYyRoc3OSX/s1600/IMG_4275.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NN5276tELSKLOYwjXpxdhJBqIMYlOUMmWR4P-KtRPxZ3qZGlvyNUmIJ1R-1w6ZB7Sx72ZO1rYG4X_R3Ev7KVOV7kzIbqECL0iITeIcqYd8M1Kc_ycHj4I6FJPN9EJGv_CWTYyRoc3OSX/s1600/IMG_4275.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></i></span>In an effort to be 100% transparent, I used a cake mix to make these cupcakes.  I think it was a Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix, to be exact.  If you have read this blog for a while, you know that I'm not afraid of or embarrassed by a cake mix.  I use them all of the time for shortcuts - especially when I'm making cupcakes.  Maybe it is just me, but I think that homemade cupcake batter can be a little finicky... it can roll over the sides, it can deflate, etc., and I wanted these to look just perfect in my new Gold Striped Cupcake Papers.  And it was easy.  I was really in the mood for a Fall-ish spice cake topped with creamy, cream cheese frosting and these were everything (and more!) than I had hoped.<br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Ftoffee-topped-spice-cupcakes-with-cream.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-M0J9W2xau5g%2FVCIq3EIE6uI%2FAAAAAAAAZoI%2F-huufrrNN-0%2Fs1600%2Ftoffee-spiced-cupcakes.jpg&description=Toffee%20Topped%20Spice%20Cupcake%20with%20Cream%20Cheese%20Frosting...%20From%20a%20box%20mix%20%3A%20)"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqcMCELpyZau34RhsJ4OLCkLvGFhRHs1hD67ySzqrIP7MMuDNf6PPOdMVvibtYklBvdAZ5k3L7spY1FDMKkfPNvkNY1jhyphenhyphenvX_p4zst5cTs_ltA4topDEb3rCam7jeyKom-0dFiX51PlSsa/s1600/IMG_4287.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqcMCELpyZau34RhsJ4OLCkLvGFhRHs1hD67ySzqrIP7MMuDNf6PPOdMVvibtYklBvdAZ5k3L7spY1FDMKkfPNvkNY1jhyphenhyphenvX_p4zst5cTs_ltA4topDEb3rCam7jeyKom-0dFiX51PlSsa/s1600/IMG_4287.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br />People tend to not think about texture as much as they should.  I had a gourmet ice cream sundae at a fancy restaurant this summer, and the combination of textures was unbelievable.  I can still taste (feel it?) right now.  This cupcake combination of creamy frosting, moist cake and crunchy toffee has the same effect - in a very fall way. <br /><br />Aren't these little <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/acorn-tags-folded-cards">Acorn Folded Tags</a> so sweet?  I've been using them all month - attached to gifts as cards, as display signs (like this) and as place cards.<br /><br />Even though I used a mix, I thought I should provide you with some sort of recipe if you want to make some from scratch.  Here is my favorite, very dense and delicious spice cake recipe.  If you are making them from a box like me, just follow the baking directions and the frosting instructions.  Enjoy!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOhZXA2PyWxg2sTSoz26KnSTn6ahQXPA0AUdxWLI3K0ViN3Hi8xfu0W9lYIdu01mSzH-Q7IfMYM8toulTt_1WNslP1wCA-14xjhRXoW7NPpvHkifAKyRalsvRtP_2lz11z5uaHk_R3ezxw/s1600/spice-cupcakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOhZXA2PyWxg2sTSoz26KnSTn6ahQXPA0AUdxWLI3K0ViN3Hi8xfu0W9lYIdu01mSzH-Q7IfMYM8toulTt_1WNslP1wCA-14xjhRXoW7NPpvHkifAKyRalsvRtP_2lz11z5uaHk_R3ezxw/s1600/spice-cupcakes.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting and Toffee</span></i></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">makes about 12 cupcakes</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Ftoffee-topped-spice-cupcakes-with-cream.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-M0J9W2xau5g%2FVCIq3EIE6uI%2FAAAAAAAAZoI%2F-huufrrNN-0%2Fs1600%2Ftoffee-spiced-cupcakes.jpg&description=Toffee%20Topped%20Spice%20Cupcake%20with%20Cream%20Cheese%20Frosting...%20From%20a%20box%20mix%20%3A%20)"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 cup sugar</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 cups flour</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 tsp baking powder</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 tsp baking soda</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/2 tsp salt</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 teaspoon cinnamon</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">pinch of ground cloves</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 eggs</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 cup milk</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">6 tablespoons of melted butter</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 tsp vanilla</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">....</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">4 ounces of cream cheese (1/2 block), room temperature</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 stick of butter</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 cups of powdered sugar (or more)</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">toffee candies (I used Werther's Original, which are caramel candies), chopped</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">In a mixer, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices.  Stir to combine.  Add egg, milk, melted butter and vanilla.  Mix on low until combined.  Beat for 1 minute on medium high. </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVfFlG4dZHooU4wioWWZiUzUKmAn_pCp5c33yn7r_C3QD5ZsikNb3O3A1fPWZQYBkeTke6JAHcy6GEZER-mgSqbWpdrzNFbOGv4to1JDE47GWkyuX9HRoi9hriE6m6DZXtM6Q9WCj8L7x8/s1600/IMG_4219.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVfFlG4dZHooU4wioWWZiUzUKmAn_pCp5c33yn7r_C3QD5ZsikNb3O3A1fPWZQYBkeTke6JAHcy6GEZER-mgSqbWpdrzNFbOGv4to1JDE47GWkyuX9HRoi9hriE6m6DZXtM6Q9WCj8L7x8/s1600/IMG_4219.JPG" width="640" /></a></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Scoop into cupcake papers, I used <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/gold-striped-cupcake-papers">Gold Striped Papers ($6.50)</a> for a little festive touch.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyCDpjEWy4FfyKLDwDYLNy1G1ZlXBFPF1EdY4m-rWRZ5ALOL3MmEX_A62f5yTVnus_nO56jGW0rwObX63gqfTaj92Kx3qwsoV44wGskQYlPoy-cRSNZuSkEYAdCawueQxrFz75qFqzgpW/s1600/IMG_4237.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyCDpjEWy4FfyKLDwDYLNy1G1ZlXBFPF1EdY4m-rWRZ5ALOL3MmEX_A62f5yTVnus_nO56jGW0rwObX63gqfTaj92Kx3qwsoV44wGskQYlPoy-cRSNZuSkEYAdCawueQxrFz75qFqzgpW/s1600/IMG_4237.JPG" width="640" /></a></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Bake at 350 for 13-15 minutes, until tester comes out clean, or cupcakes spring back to touch.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOABg1pvqFH2-o7wXi2a7-UVqW-F9OzDUoyluaEoH3p-ISWXfGzt22eYX24iuNhcN_lvZxiVDbBrP41u0jboep4aphut9rVznwPmxHYJoJE9eKu068eNY37CzuoV3QZSy3o1HOW-0lj1Gv/s1600/IMG_4238.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOABg1pvqFH2-o7wXi2a7-UVqW-F9OzDUoyluaEoH3p-ISWXfGzt22eYX24iuNhcN_lvZxiVDbBrP41u0jboep4aphut9rVznwPmxHYJoJE9eKu068eNY37CzuoV3QZSy3o1HOW-0lj1Gv/s1600/IMG_4238.JPG" width="640" /></a></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Because I used a box mix, I had enough to make 12 cupcakes and some loaf-style cakes, too, in my <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/bread-baking-baskets-2-sizes">Kraft Loaf Pans</a> for gifts.</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJkTaFqZ6DAn3b_SIgOUR4E79aR5kIWaRIaqgUk5y-p-tGGiPwmyo1tXTyzTk2FLk3ZkzqaGqOb5AQ28edrKVj6F_kGEjdVZagn_OITARbtBDqmT24Dq6OyV8TPeEkW3IxWOTaCuMwylmE/s1600/IMG_4246.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJkTaFqZ6DAn3b_SIgOUR4E79aR5kIWaRIaqgUk5y-p-tGGiPwmyo1tXTyzTk2FLk3ZkzqaGqOb5AQ28edrKVj6F_kGEjdVZagn_OITARbtBDqmT24Dq6OyV8TPeEkW3IxWOTaCuMwylmE/s1600/IMG_4246.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">For cream cheese frosting, combine cream cheese and butter in a mixer until blended together.  Add powdered sugar and mix for 3 minutes on low.  Frost using an <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/disposable-pastry-bag-20-bags">18" Piping Bag</a> with the tip cut off.   I did a basic, easy swirl - you can just scrape it off and start over if you need some practice.  I try not to do toooo much frosting, just a good ratio.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPUMMs0n1x_082F9CitxN0jOvLtqDogywUQOXyG-FRViRME-jsRwt-AmllyjVjXzPxHILwuPGDOo3NpYEVdHVgnBh-TR4_kirF-4mY31HJbABJA1lSmkqZf3IGmFV8bF6L4OzG1TwvMSvU/s1600/IMG_4240.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPUMMs0n1x_082F9CitxN0jOvLtqDogywUQOXyG-FRViRME-jsRwt-AmllyjVjXzPxHILwuPGDOo3NpYEVdHVgnBh-TR4_kirF-4mY31HJbABJA1lSmkqZf3IGmFV8bF6L4OzG1TwvMSvU/s1600/IMG_4240.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">I used Werther's Original caramel candies, because my grocery store didn't have toffee, except with milk chocolate.  So, I just chopped up the candies with my knife - it worked great.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkT-mhk9V_WRKc5-sISJ3cXOU74bkriIWkJlljHoebvShyphenhyphenGd-o_0Vgxj31a0hQUmOasdKLKGxb0MFO5YLcZfb6KXtWuvJqieVcPCWNubUcXQ3i0h8WYOMBqR6tFmAWfw-wSsVsj1X9Lovx/s1600/IMG_4269.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkT-mhk9V_WRKc5-sISJ3cXOU74bkriIWkJlljHoebvShyphenhyphenGd-o_0Vgxj31a0hQUmOasdKLKGxb0MFO5YLcZfb6KXtWuvJqieVcPCWNubUcXQ3i0h8WYOMBqR6tFmAWfw-wSsVsj1X9Lovx/s1600/IMG_4269.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br />These were so tasty and perfect for <strike>breakfast</strike>, I mean an afternoon snack with coffee.  What are your favorite Fall desserts?  The next on my list is soft pumpkin spice pumpkin-shaped sugar cookies with a cream cheese butter icing.  That will have to wait until next week... when I can find my rolling pin!<br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Ftoffee-topped-spice-cupcakes-with-cream.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-M0J9W2xau5g%2FVCIq3EIE6uI%2FAAAAAAAAZoI%2F-huufrrNN-0%2Fs1600%2Ftoffee-spiced-cupcakes.jpg&description=Toffee%20Topped%20Spice%20Cupcake%20with%20Cream%20Cheese%20Frosting...%20From%20a%20box%20mix%20%3A%20)"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />Products Used :<br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-napkins-orange">Orange Linen Tea Towel, 2 for $24</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/gold-striped-cupcake-papers">Gold Striped Cupcake Papers, 100 for $6.50</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/bread-baking-baskets-2-sizes">Kraft Loaf Pan, 10 for $12.50</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/disposable-pastry-bag-20-bags">Disposable Pastry Bags, 20 for $14.50</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/acorn-tags-folded-cards">Acorn Folded Card, 10 for $6</a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Toffee Topped Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

In an effort to be 100% transparent, I used a cake mix to make these cupcakes.  I think it was a Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix, to be exact.  ...

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Salted Caramel Apple Tart | Cute Teacher Gifts

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNi3dH3p72Y4BC4PoOwzxZZuhpur5KZwDTjDKYZs9jAEWOwpdtOGXwJCwGCm4D_viodxRFW4m_PN1Ub4xA3UY0eC0-RTbHKIlXaKrS_-Wdhl45MwgIfE2hLP6LleKHibpYAIMvE4s-TfAF/s1600/IMG_3862.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNi3dH3p72Y4BC4PoOwzxZZuhpur5KZwDTjDKYZs9jAEWOwpdtOGXwJCwGCm4D_viodxRFW4m_PN1Ub4xA3UY0eC0-RTbHKIlXaKrS_-Wdhl45MwgIfE2hLP6LleKHibpYAIMvE4s-TfAF/s1600/IMG_3862.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>  <br />Who doesn't love a mini dessert?  Especially when they are filled with spiced apple filling and topped with salted caramel.  They make a darling gift when wrapped up or a cute presentation for dinner topped with ice cream (and more caramel and sea salt, of course).<br /><br />Emma and I made these to give to her teachers as a Back-to-School present.  We thought it'd be better than just the classic Apple!  I've listed all of the packaging details below.<br /><br />I love these Petite Tart Pans - I think they look very professional.  It can be so hard to find elegant, unadorned bakeware unless you are a professional baker.  These are fantastic - and disposable.  They are incredibly sturdy and have a non-stick coating that allow you to take the tart of the pan easily, if you'd like.  I can't wait use them to make pecan tarts with a shortbread crust... and individual brownies like those from the Barefoot Contessa's new book.<br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F08%2Fsalted-caramel-apple-tart-cute-teacher.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-9F8HlkTRhC8%2FU_tHwMQML4I%2FAAAAAAAAYm0%2F6B8uu3vDV6w%2Fs1600%2Fsalted-caramel-apple-tarts.jpg&description=Salted%20Caramel%20Apple%20Tarts%20for%20Teachers%20Gift"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />You can make homemade <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/10/salted-caramel-sauce-caramel-apples.html">Salted Caramel sauce (my recipe here)</a>, or use a store-bought, then add sea salt to it.  If you've never made it homemade before, I highly recommend it - there is nothing quite like it and it is very easy.   <br />  <br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">Sign-up </span><a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">here</a><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;"> for my </span><a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">Printable Recipes</a><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">.</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheCF3RshZDb-nMGCPKR-f-9PedeJHG3SUDVmmfNXmhDyb5uwMF0thoOlyZ2chusNKm08sbztCIK9qWjprl4Du0YlRrbjN-9XNUyOvCheZfOFZTUTKSz1GONIkTERQeOqwIyRyT9Qevt4eO/s1600/salted-caramel-apple-tarts.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheCF3RshZDb-nMGCPKR-f-9PedeJHG3SUDVmmfNXmhDyb5uwMF0thoOlyZ2chusNKm08sbztCIK9qWjprl4Du0YlRrbjN-9XNUyOvCheZfOFZTUTKSz1GONIkTERQeOqwIyRyT9Qevt4eO/s1600/salted-caramel-apple-tarts.jpg" width="425" /></a>Salted Caramel<br /><i><span style="font-size: large;">Apple Tarts</span></i><br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F08%2Fsalted-caramel-apple-tart-cute-teacher.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-9F8HlkTRhC8%2FU_tHwMQML4I%2FAAAAAAAAYm0%2F6B8uu3vDV6w%2Fs1600%2Fsalted-caramel-apple-tarts.jpg&description=Salted%20Caramel%20Apple%20Tarts%20for%20Teachers%20Gift"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><i>makes 4 tarts</i><br /><br /><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/11/how-to-make-prettiest-pie-crust-pie.html">My Easy Pie Crust Recipe</a> <br />4 apples<br /><div>1 teaspoon of orange zest<br />2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice<br />1/4 cup sugar<br />2 tablespoons of flour<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />3/4 teaspoon cinnamon</div><div>...</div><div>Caramel Sauce (store-bought or <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/10/salted-caramel-sauce-caramel-apples.html">my homemade</a>, recipe here)</div><div>Sea Salt<br /><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/11/how-to-make-prettiest-pie-crust-pie.html"></a></div><div></div><div>Begin by making the pie dough from My Easy Pie Crust Recipe (link above).  Let it rest in the refrigerator while you prepare the apple filling.<br /><br /></div><div></div><div>For the packaging we used :<br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/brown-tart-pans">Disposable Tart Pan, $6 for 10</a> <br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/twine">Jute Twine, $5</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/everyday-tags-cards-edgartown-sand">Edgartown Sand Tag, $8 for 10</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cello-bags-mini-small-medium-large">Large Cello Bag</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/linen-tea-towels-cocktail-napkins-natural-multi-stripe">Multi Stripe Linen Tea Towel, $30 for 2</a></div><div></div><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">Sign-up </span><a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">here</a><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;"> for my </span><a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">Printable Recipes</a><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">.</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidWjsbX7fd8TvOJwoksgeVnaIlDZ7qPRjuoDwl9C4QWNcN4T7LsDyABhIK0POJF60tRS1da90akak0lzVDCObII2eM6icxcOdM67cMqIT8wd0r6KdpeHdyZOecITZK1QHlC0F9NFNmCpWL/s1600/IMG_3743.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidWjsbX7fd8TvOJwoksgeVnaIlDZ7qPRjuoDwl9C4QWNcN4T7LsDyABhIK0POJF60tRS1da90akak0lzVDCObII2eM6icxcOdM67cMqIT8wd0r6KdpeHdyZOecITZK1QHlC0F9NFNmCpWL/s1600/IMG_3743.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />To start, cut apples into thin wedges - while cutting out the cores.  I leave the peel on because I like the color.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBgSsWKioTnv8Yok55Zg4VUXQT43XphhFKB_nc5Ej25xf9r66_NZ65s3i7FK16do7GtXNrI7z3vCBeuX5qXboREHEFXXTfgczsm5LYYnEofPjO79cZ-UXq6fKyzsKp2ucQPXIIfvM2r2dN/s1600/IMG_3841.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBgSsWKioTnv8Yok55Zg4VUXQT43XphhFKB_nc5Ej25xf9r66_NZ65s3i7FK16do7GtXNrI7z3vCBeuX5qXboREHEFXXTfgczsm5LYYnEofPjO79cZ-UXq6fKyzsKp2ucQPXIIfvM2r2dN/s1600/IMG_3841.JPG" width="640" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Emma likes to wear her baking gloves all of the time... you can never be too cautious!  ; )</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3r8E5biK0MjJFaMtzkTqVqzjVEnPxaDUDc97OMlK5cWD-gb8Y3-L4ZmSvClNFLx8QnWm5Hnl3K16Si-6urcxKFM-LFdHyVVK-S7CJJaRs7sN3lrlaS2XitAcNNjMBKddZThs8cJ41EGvB/s1600/IMG_3744.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3r8E5biK0MjJFaMtzkTqVqzjVEnPxaDUDc97OMlK5cWD-gb8Y3-L4ZmSvClNFLx8QnWm5Hnl3K16Si-6urcxKFM-LFdHyVVK-S7CJJaRs7sN3lrlaS2XitAcNNjMBKddZThs8cJ41EGvB/s1600/IMG_3744.JPG" width="640" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Zest the orange.  Don't skip this part - it adds so much flavor!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0tWy6wFL_qTdpmBLsZ6yTzlEQV4TfLGitshBqDI6pABfOxacn9DvhQ9gE53vxuAzAzXpFl4iJ6SGUoScrYfyG8d7Rz_OGh-G4fquOYzW6yBY4qE33ndCQASMOyeCXmPy4MDVxjLsYS-JA/s1600/IMG_3747.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0tWy6wFL_qTdpmBLsZ6yTzlEQV4TfLGitshBqDI6pABfOxacn9DvhQ9gE53vxuAzAzXpFl4iJ6SGUoScrYfyG8d7Rz_OGh-G4fquOYzW6yBY4qE33ndCQASMOyeCXmPy4MDVxjLsYS-JA/s1600/IMG_3747.JPG" width="640" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Add zest, orange juice, cinnamon, salt and sugar to the apples.  Toss to coat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Y6-B79Ay3eSfw-srcFd4JmSx-6TMiQNZY0v4zk9VJMT5wP7ulyrzbpHzRuRSwnoyuPAbb8o1arQOjMIVRZ34j9GxzbHCmfcrajOiLxtd2AB4ANpWg-4ODZlQt3JFgMRyb65aC6onyjNh/s1600/IMG_3754.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Y6-B79Ay3eSfw-srcFd4JmSx-6TMiQNZY0v4zk9VJMT5wP7ulyrzbpHzRuRSwnoyuPAbb8o1arQOjMIVRZ34j9GxzbHCmfcrajOiLxtd2AB4ANpWg-4ODZlQt3JFgMRyb65aC6onyjNh/s1600/IMG_3754.JPG" width="640" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Roll out the crust on a well floured board.  Trace the tart pans about 1-inch bigger with a small knife.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBMzlWV_grj2sj386bpJ82K8hkhxws5EVNh5y2OItfIoJdQYqXrWHAnz1KRSDtivYsgMIjt9kZpeVS5TWjz31_6ozbEvKfART27_lesYMKxG4QCyDNty4q8VEO8gPNz-UJqlXXE0gF-rjL/s1600/IMG_3756.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBMzlWV_grj2sj386bpJ82K8hkhxws5EVNh5y2OItfIoJdQYqXrWHAnz1KRSDtivYsgMIjt9kZpeVS5TWjz31_6ozbEvKfART27_lesYMKxG4QCyDNty4q8VEO8gPNz-UJqlXXE0gF-rjL/s1600/IMG_3756.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br /> Press the dough into the pans and pinch off the excess.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgpKotLlKAtG37lqyA5XSUJo_tODFz3nElK7KlzmMN3Agii6nPWSsQfroMszE88rt_82IC3BHZCqW1ZvquawvCmhpohhaKfRJrF9ftHYQKmDR9TygpaCbaQ5LS2Jz8TmsZawjM_YZ6Oqv6/s1600/IMG_3759.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgpKotLlKAtG37lqyA5XSUJo_tODFz3nElK7KlzmMN3Agii6nPWSsQfroMszE88rt_82IC3BHZCqW1ZvquawvCmhpohhaKfRJrF9ftHYQKmDR9TygpaCbaQ5LS2Jz8TmsZawjM_YZ6Oqv6/s1600/IMG_3759.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Fill with the apples. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-KR7fknSL5434BrGIMeqn1CohEgZIsbOW_LBSNnQHlASpAO6khH6tJTAKRdn71p_re6IFUYfRpu8apqXzZQLKOgrQkmhCl8c8NAGysLTUoqPzSaMg-YKNoXRtbDWkjuaSQUs_upSuUlTq/s1600/IMG_3761.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-KR7fknSL5434BrGIMeqn1CohEgZIsbOW_LBSNnQHlASpAO6khH6tJTAKRdn71p_re6IFUYfRpu8apqXzZQLKOgrQkmhCl8c8NAGysLTUoqPzSaMg-YKNoXRtbDWkjuaSQUs_upSuUlTq/s1600/IMG_3761.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I like to pile them in, over the top because they do cook down.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes until browned on top.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsukJ35wlAmWsd1RMvlJVw7M4yizFR7xhIYilL5q7OqOVJ86QdwomxsXxn7kxxX_zztF6_q1SmuN0N6uLuBtxk-iFvPPmCuf5ioMY758zhtR5mRE9NN6E8ecYazK_KVa2rtxUEvPRBc1lH/s1600/IMG_3847.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsukJ35wlAmWsd1RMvlJVw7M4yizFR7xhIYilL5q7OqOVJ86QdwomxsXxn7kxxX_zztF6_q1SmuN0N6uLuBtxk-iFvPPmCuf5ioMY758zhtR5mRE9NN6E8ecYazK_KVa2rtxUEvPRBc1lH/s1600/IMG_3847.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />After baking, and before serving, drizzle on <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/10/salted-caramel-sauce-caramel-apples.html">Caramel</a> and then sprinkle with Sea Salt.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Salted Sticky Toffee Caramel Spice Cake with Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi04hDS1zBhPwadpSD-4m9GCA5993C9l0xzpxlw6_6x0JwoMGQd3rp1LfZLdMgy7uiwvW_2zmrjX3S7DY3CUpulTaxJB84Hu5CyxP9VecnWuBu2dz68wDLMpEJcYXNgHRN1mPLrlPaPMQjX/s1600/IMG_2657.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi04hDS1zBhPwadpSD-4m9GCA5993C9l0xzpxlw6_6x0JwoMGQd3rp1LfZLdMgy7uiwvW_2zmrjX3S7DY3CUpulTaxJB84Hu5CyxP9VecnWuBu2dz68wDLMpEJcYXNgHRN1mPLrlPaPMQjX/s1600/IMG_2657.JPG" width="640" /></a> <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj63ZxbXC9MGFhicHJhFAAPRKJEkp3hSuFzA_25mVyUCMmq94SXCsuhDzEVL7xApGsD57k1l0xeQW4RKZgJW8SsvKe8l-rB0bDuezbiUbnrFKrSH7peGN8Eo8SrB87mw8hF41INK1NpjyYw/s1600/IMG_2694.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj63ZxbXC9MGFhicHJhFAAPRKJEkp3hSuFzA_25mVyUCMmq94SXCsuhDzEVL7xApGsD57k1l0xeQW4RKZgJW8SsvKe8l-rB0bDuezbiUbnrFKrSH7peGN8Eo8SrB87mw8hF41INK1NpjyYw/s1600/IMG_2694.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>This was a fantastic cake.  I feel like I can say that because I borrowed each element from some of my favorite recipes (of others).  The cake itself was derived from my favorite Chocolate Cake that was inspired by Tessa from <a href="http://nineandsixteen.blogspot.com/">Nine and Sixteen</a> (I've mentioned it before - one of my favorite blogs.  Good genuine lovely family life).  I took out the cocoa and coffee and added fall spices - cinnamon, nutmeg and ground clove.   <br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fsalted-sticky-toffee-caramel-spice-cake.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ZNAdFJHjdFc%2FUmCpRAi_dpI%2FAAAAAAAAUPg%2FizZUNYex7LQ%2Fs1600%2FSalted-Caramel-Cake.jpg&description=Salted%20Sticky%20Toffee%20Caramel%20Spice%20Cake%20-%20The%20Easiest%20Caramel%20Sauce"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pin_it_button.png" /></a><br /><br />It is a moist and fabulous cake - good on its own, but better when topped with caramel sauce.  Salted Sticky Toffee Caramel Sauce.<br /><br />This sauce was borrowed from the Barefoot Contessa's "Sticky Toffee Date Cake" - it is crazy easy to make... no boiling (burning) sugar like most caramel sauces.  I added sea salt to it to make it extra tempting.  And Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream.  Serve it warm, with extra warm sauce poured over... such a treat for these first cool Fall nights.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPOyNM60fyZFGyCF1tnp_sqEWRXIRfv_VLPWJCn3WTMwAb7S7EuOrhtlh5ahyphenhyphenT8ZcuGUqwG4X3u6Oul4RtJBQUL1UeZBQBThXY2VSNu-0sPE3syNw1U5hJpqAnhbU-TZKzEuQLERynJ9dh/s1600/Salted-Caramel-Cake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPOyNM60fyZFGyCF1tnp_sqEWRXIRfv_VLPWJCn3WTMwAb7S7EuOrhtlh5ahyphenhyphenT8ZcuGUqwG4X3u6Oul4RtJBQUL1UeZBQBThXY2VSNu-0sPE3syNw1U5hJpqAnhbU-TZKzEuQLERynJ9dh/s1600/Salted-Caramel-Cake.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><i>Salted Sticky Toffee Caramel</i><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Spice Cake </span><br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fsalted-sticky-toffee-caramel-spice-cake.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ZNAdFJHjdFc%2FUmCpRAi_dpI%2FAAAAAAAAUPg%2FizZUNYex7LQ%2Fs1600%2FSalted-Caramel-Cake.jpg&description=Salted%20Sticky%20Toffee%20Caramel%20Spice%20Cake%20-%20The%20Easiest%20Caramel%20Sauce"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pin_it_button.png" /></a><br /><br /><i>New! <a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join"><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Printable Recipes</span>, here.</a></i><br /><br />1 cup sugar<br />2 cups flour<br />1 tsp baking powder<br />1 tsp baking soda<br />1/2 tsp salt<br />1 teaspoon cinnamon<br />1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg<br />pinch of ground cloves<br />2 eggs<br />1 cup milk<br />6 tablespoons of melted butter<br />1 tsp vanilla<br />...<br /><div>1/2 pound butter<br />1 cup brown sugar<br />1/2 cup heavy cream<br />1 teaspoon vanilla</div><div>1 teaspoon of sea salt </div><br />....<br /><br /><i>Vanilla Bean </i><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Whipped Cream</span><br /><div><br /></div><div>1 cup of whipping cream</div><div>1 tablespoon of sugar</div><div>1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste</div><div><br /></div><div>Whip the cold cream and sugar in the mixer with the whisk attachment until almost stiff - then add vanilla bean paste.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW-DipVDVrS5hbI79g8zoiLZr-Z7ISDN0nCmMqrlcVYPOFXn6rkqZ4lGU-r-RdXOdiCsxlKZX1z9XGJhIDkk2rK1gwRXRYf5hKAJnYAYfKbciM1NBJo3eFVjV-SQXM8BwJOYVxM3kYdGPL/s1600/IMG_2651.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW-DipVDVrS5hbI79g8zoiLZr-Z7ISDN0nCmMqrlcVYPOFXn6rkqZ4lGU-r-RdXOdiCsxlKZX1z9XGJhIDkk2rK1gwRXRYf5hKAJnYAYfKbciM1NBJo3eFVjV-SQXM8BwJOYVxM3kYdGPL/s1600/IMG_2651.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />In a mixer, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices.  Stir to combine.  Add egg, milk, melted butter and vanilla.  Mix on low until combined.  Beat for 1 minute on medium high. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLTiuuavVFYpIu_MIvR-Mlhg1omeIDw0snfUEHpbKtxzZrNe4i9J5tDy3H8ZSfV8L0lHKjbCOcEJnlSgX2HiO8tQzZGJ6X5gvo_m9uH8U1dIROBr9yMBt-3G21trlCxHzn_bAxjTb4i5-Y/s1600/IMG_2648.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLTiuuavVFYpIu_MIvR-Mlhg1omeIDw0snfUEHpbKtxzZrNe4i9J5tDy3H8ZSfV8L0lHKjbCOcEJnlSgX2HiO8tQzZGJ6X5gvo_m9uH8U1dIROBr9yMBt-3G21trlCxHzn_bAxjTb4i5-Y/s1600/IMG_2648.JPG" width="640" /></a> <br />Line a 8-inch round baking pan with parchment paper, or spray it with non-stick spray.  Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieyZ8AKJr5oyEDVbyP3BGC0SwDvdFyXvKcJ8nGp37dzw6LGkrSdWtFzOsoHssTJUSap4wiVYhVCPcqQSWjFY1eg9pH3xOwO9juD6xTaghpJ2s7cQmDnbAvRL9ZUk79UFCtB0HWeQDurwHD/s1600/IMG_2654.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieyZ8AKJr5oyEDVbyP3BGC0SwDvdFyXvKcJ8nGp37dzw6LGkrSdWtFzOsoHssTJUSap4wiVYhVCPcqQSWjFY1eg9pH3xOwO9juD6xTaghpJ2s7cQmDnbAvRL9ZUk79UFCtB0HWeQDurwHD/s1600/IMG_2654.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOfb74yg56eMrtPK5_y8DK1WCASRlLPBbIufh1yvooe1Oz8KCSZeDMmuGjcv4IVlJICIBTJ8kYMXnqGMXoxO7TiUGxEi7_uHwxYrDT0iAwgDAPwUHdjzYymHMXQgzT81ExydvGKGfczOBB/s1600/IMG_2656.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOfb74yg56eMrtPK5_y8DK1WCASRlLPBbIufh1yvooe1Oz8KCSZeDMmuGjcv4IVlJICIBTJ8kYMXnqGMXoxO7TiUGxEi7_uHwxYrDT0iAwgDAPwUHdjzYymHMXQgzT81ExydvGKGfczOBB/s1600/IMG_2656.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>Meanwhile, make the Salted Sticky Toffee Caramel Sauce - it is the easiest caramel sauce you'll ever make.  <br /><div></div><div><br />Combine the butter, brown sugar, cream and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a simmer, then lower the heat, stirring until slightly thickened.  Remove from heat.</div><div></div><div><div>When the cake comes out of the oven, let it cool for 10 minutes, then remove it and transfer the warm cake onto the cake plate.  Poke holes in the top with a toothpick, then pour half of the sauce over the cake.  Reserve the rest to serve with each slice.   </div><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPItsg-1a0AAjQN8kPlnPK4Hrnmiliq9IC-DnuLH27v8Cooq_J1nizejSjAp4gbEuC0lwAi-Y_sujQAJTnicbz3UExLBUobUDjSO8CHJ-qrSh0_V8ypgbQb4S-eDgkgyCNaQGH11aja1B1/s1600/IMG_2685.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPItsg-1a0AAjQN8kPlnPK4Hrnmiliq9IC-DnuLH27v8Cooq_J1nizejSjAp4gbEuC0lwAi-Y_sujQAJTnicbz3UExLBUobUDjSO8CHJ-qrSh0_V8ypgbQb4S-eDgkgyCNaQGH11aja1B1/s1600/IMG_2685.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Serve warm if possible - I like to reheat the sauce (microwave or stove) and pour the hot sauce over each slice, then top with vanilla whipped cream.</div><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fsalted-sticky-toffee-caramel-spice-cake.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ZNAdFJHjdFc%2FUmCpRAi_dpI%2FAAAAAAAAUPg%2FizZUNYex7LQ%2Fs1600%2FSalted-Caramel-Cake.jpg&description=Salted%20Sticky%20Toffee%20Caramel%20Spice%20Cake%20-%20The%20Easiest%20Caramel%20Sauce"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pin_it_button.png" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuGkrczqWxGbVZ3S3uhyphenhyphenaz4LSY3K4prcZbubDuQ1nBwO_yf5QPBKM85iDXTeYIiEzpXmIKhQKmKTpVSkCHW-U30D8DarwdQRZ8w-e2Pd6kQu-7MDKSHa-0Jxxnr7Zcc2gkJ9W11G0O2Yr_/s1600/IMG_1430.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuGkrczqWxGbVZ3S3uhyphenhyphenaz4LSY3K4prcZbubDuQ1nBwO_yf5QPBKM85iDXTeYIiEzpXmIKhQKmKTpVSkCHW-U30D8DarwdQRZ8w-e2Pd6kQu-7MDKSHa-0Jxxnr7Zcc2gkJ9W11G0O2Yr_/s1600/IMG_1430.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /> What a way to wake up from a nap... sticky toffee fingers : ) <script src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>

Salted Sticky Toffee Caramel Spice Cake with Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream

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