Description
Rich apple bundt cake brings autumn’s warmth to your table with classic cinnamon-spiced goodness. Moist crumb and tender apple pieces create a comforting dessert you’ll want to share with family and friends.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients and Fruits:
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups chopped fresh apples
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
Glaze Ingredients:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F (175°C), preparing a Bundt pan with non-stick baking spray or a light coating of flour and oil.
- Create a dry mixture by whisking flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a spacious mixing bowl until thoroughly combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate vessel, vigorously blend vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until the liquid ingredients form a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Gently incorporate the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring minimally to prevent overworking the batter, which should maintain a dense, rich consistency.
- Carefully fold chopped apples, optional nuts, and optional raisins into the batter, ensuring even distribution of fruit throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the complete batter into the prepared Bundt pan, smoothing the surface to create an even layer and guarantee uniform baking.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 60-70 minutes, monitoring the cake’s progress by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean when the cake is fully cooked.
- After removing from the oven, allow the cake to rest in the pan for roughly 10 minutes to stabilize its structure.
- Carefully invert the cake onto a wire cooling rack, permitting it to cool completely and develop its full flavor profile.
- For an optional luxurious finish, craft a glaze by simmering brown sugar, butter, and milk, then whisking in vanilla and powdered sugar until silky and pourable.
- Once the cake has cooled and the glaze has been prepared, drizzle the sweet topping over the cake, allowing it to cascade down the ridges of the Bundt pan.
- Slice and serve the cake, presenting a delectable dessert perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Notes
- Versatile recipe allows for creative additions like chopped walnuts or golden raisins to enhance texture and flavor complexity.
- Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or weekend brunch, this bundt cake delivers comforting homemade goodness in every slice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg