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Apple Bundt Cake Recipe

Apple Bundt Cake Recipe

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This apple bundt cake recipe is a delicious dessert that has been perfected through multiple rounds of testing for the best results. The tender crumb paired with perfectly sized apple chunks makes every bite delightful. Follow these step-by-step instructions to bake a flavorful and moist apple bundt cake.

Ingredients

Cake:

  • 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup (198g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (213g) brown sugar
  • ¾ cup (149g) vegetable oil
  • 1 cup (255g) applesauce, sweetened or unsweetened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ½3 cups diced apples, cut into ¼-inch chunks

Brown Sugar Glaze:

  • ½ cup (107g) brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp milk
  • ⅔ cup (76g) powdered sugar, sifted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10 to 12 cup bundt pan.
  2. Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into ¼-inch chunks.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugars, oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and diced apples.
  6. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-80 minutes.
  7. Make the glaze: Combine brown sugar, butter, and milk in a saucepan. Stir in powdered sugar until smooth.
  8. Glaze the cake: Pour the glaze over the cooled cake.

Notes

  • Ensure the apples are evenly diced for uniform baking.
  • Check the cake for doneness with a toothpick before removing from the oven.
  • Let the cake cool before adding the glaze for better absorption.

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