Apple Cream Cake

1 (18.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix
3 cups peeled, sliced tart apples
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup whipping cream
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional

Prepare cake batter according to package directions; pour into a greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish.

Combine apples, walnuts, sugar and cinnamon; spoon over batter. Pour cream over the top.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 60-70 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted near the center comes out clean.

Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Serves 12 to 15.