Caramel Apple Cake Recipe

In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, brown sugar and coconut; set aside. In another bowl, combine the next six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, water and apples. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with nut mixture. Bake at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, combine the topping ingredients; cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and the mixture has thickened slightly, about 8 minutes, stirring constantly. Poke holes with a fork in top of the hot cake; immediately spoon topping over cake. Cool completely on a wire rack. Yield: 12-15 servings.