📖 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the cake batter:
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

2️⃣ Mix the wet ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk until smooth. Gently fold in diced apples and chopped pecans.

3️⃣ Bake the cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a serving plate.

4️⃣ Make the caramel glaze:
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let it cool slightly to thicken.

5️⃣ Assemble the cake:
Pour the caramel glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Garnish with extra chopped pecans if desired.