I think I’m going to call this a “Drunken Apple Cinnamon Cake.” Not quite as good as the Peppermint Dream, but definitely in the top three. Tastes like fall–what a treat!

Cake:

1 (18.25 ounce) package spice cake mix

1 cup non dairy cinnamon bun flavored creamer

1 cup apple schnapps

3 eggs

1/3 cup applesauce

Filling/Frosting:

1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix

1 cup non dairy cinnamon bun flavored creamer

1/4 cup apple schnapps

2 cups heavy cream, whipped

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8- inch pans.

Mix together the cake mix, 1 cup cinnamon bun flavored creamer, 1 cup apple schnapps, eggs and applesauce until blended. Distribute cake batter evenly between the cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, making certain the cake layers do not overbake. Allow to cool completely before filling.

To make the apple cinnamon whipped cream filling: Combine pudding mix, 1/4 cup apple schnapps and 1 cup cinnamon bun flavored creamer. Set aside for 5 minutes until thickened. Fold the whipped cream into the apple cinnamon mixture. Use to fill and frost the cake. Refrigerate until ready to serve.