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Apple Cake with Caramel Glaze

There's something undeniably comforting about the sweet and spiced aroma of apple cake baking in the oven. This classic dessert is a beloved treat that captures the essence of fall with its tender crumb and juicy chunks of apple. What takes this delicious cake to the next level is the addition of a luscious caramel glaze that adds a rich and decadent finish. The combination of warm spices, tart apples, and sweet caramel creates a dessert that is perfect for any autumn gathering or cozy night at home.

Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 (9- inch) Bundt cake

Ingredients

2 cups white sugar

1 ½ cups vegetable oil

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

3 large eggs

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon salt

2 medium Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and chopped

1 cup chopped walnuts

½ cup butter

2 teaspoons milk

½ cup brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch Bundt pan.

Step 2

Beat sugar, oil, vanilla, and eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; stir into batter just until blended. Fold in apples and walnuts using a spoon. Pour into the prepared pan.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the crown or the cake comes out clean, about 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes. Allow cake to cool in pan for about 15 minutes then invert on to a wire rack.

Step 4

To make the caramel glaze: Heat butter, milk, and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar, then remove from the heat. Drizzle over warm cake.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

682

Calories

43g

Fat

71g

Carbs

Protein

Complement

The apple cake itself is a simple and rustic dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of fresh apples. The tender crumb is lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a comforting flavor that pairs perfectly with the tartness of the apples. Once the cake is baked to golden perfection, a generous drizzle of caramel glaze is poured over the top, adding a layer of indulgence that takes this dessert to the next level. The caramel glaze adds a luxurious sweetness that perfectly complements the tender apple cake, making it a truly irresistible treat for anyone with a sweet tooth.