Caramel Apple Spice

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup applesauce
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional
• Caramel topping for drizzling, optional

Directions

Set a small pot over heat and combine the water, brown sugar, and cinnamon stick until the mixture boils. Stir until the sugar has fully melted into the liquid, then remove and discard the cinnamon stick. Stir in the apple juice and caramel sauce, then pour the drink into glasses. Add whipped cream and an extra drizzle of caramel, if desired.