The house smelled amazinggg while this baked, I could hardly wait until it cooled
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Step 1: Prepare the Apple Mixture
Cook the Apples
- In a medium skillet, melt the 2 tablespoons of salted butter over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, and ground hazelnuts.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the apples are tender and the mixture is caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Vanilla
- Stir in the vanilla extract and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
Step 2: Assemble the Cake
Layer the Graham Crackers
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, lay down a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit the shape of the dish.
Add Apple Mixture
- Spread a portion of the caramelized apple mixture over the graham crackers.
- Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the apples.
- Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of graham crackers.
Step 3: Garnish and Chill
Garnish
- Melt a bit of additional butter and drizzle it over the top layer of graham crackers.
- Optionally, sprinkle with chopped nuts or caramel pieces for added texture and flavor.
Chill
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight. This will allow the flavors to meld and the graham crackers to soften.
Step 4: Serve
Slice and Serve
- Once the cake has chilled and set, slice it into squares and serve.
- Enjoy your no-bake caramel apple cake chilled.
Credit: FoodWorld