Name: Fresh Apple Bundt Cake Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon cloves; 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup milk; 1 cup vegetable oil; 4 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 lb Granny Smith apples, peeled and cubed; 2 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoon milk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped

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When you want something sweet, delicious, and homemade, this apple bundt cake recipe is going to satisfy all cravings. Delicious tender apples, just enough cinnamon and nutmeg, and a sweet cake base make this a perfect slice of deliciousness that is great for brunch, dessert, and sharing. You are sure to love adding this to your menu!

Apple Bundt Cake

Apple cinnamon is a flavor that is classic for the fall season, but in our house, it is ideal any day of the year. Whether it is in a muffin, cake, or loaf, it never fails to please. This recipe is a great choice that is a simple homemade cake packed with your favorite apple flavor and just enough spice to accent the sweet. It's ideal for serving as a dessert but is also a great little sweet breakfast or brunch recipe that will surely put a smile on your face.

If you want another great idea for dessert, check out this old fashioned pound cake recipe. It's a great one to make in your bundt cake! You might also love this refreshing lemon cake with blueberries. Both are great choices that are ideal for dessert and can be made and served in no time!

What's the Difference Between a Cake and a Bundt Cake?

The only difference is in the pan they are baked in! A bundt cake is a special fluted pan that often has specific indentations that create a scalloped, floral, or ridged exterior on the cake. It's designed to be beautiful when serving and is especially handy for cakes where you want to serve without icing or only a simple glaze. Almost any cake recipe can be made in a bundt pan with excellent results.

What is the Best Apple for Apple Cake?

For this recipe, using Granny Smith apples is probably the most classic choice. You can, however, use any number of sweet but mild apples. I like the idea of using Honeycrisp, Jonagold, Gala, Fuji, Granny Smith, or even Golden Delicious. Depending upon your preferences, you'll want an apple that is sweet but not overly sweet, and that holds some texture when cooked but will soften easily.

Do I Need to Peel Apples for Apple Cake?

I peeled the apples for this recipe, but it is not necessary. If you wish, you can easily leave the peel on with great results. To save time and make it a bit easier, using an apple peeler is a great idea. These are also pretty fun to use for kids, so often pretty popular when you want to bake with the kids. A vegetable peeler can also be used if you prefer to peel without using a classic paring knife.

Can I Make This in a Regular Cake Pan?

Of course! If you don't have a bundt pan, you can definitely pour this into a regular cake pan to bake. As the cake pan will be different and create a thinner layer, you should cook for less time. I recommend starting with 30 minutes, checking the doneness, and adding 5-minute increments from there until just cooked and a toothpick is clean when inserted in the center.

Should You Refrigerate Apple Cake?

The cake itself does not have to be refrigerated. If you add the powdered sugar glaze made with milk, it's a good idea to refrigerate it until ready to serve or eat. The dairy in the glaze is not safe for leaving out overnight. However, should you leave it out and let the glaze set and harden, it will be safe to leave it out for an extended period of time.

Ingredients for Bundt Cake

Unsalted butter
All-purpose flour
Granulated sugar
Brown sugar
Nutmeg
Ground cinnamon
Cloves
Baking powder
Salt
Milk
Vegetable oil
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Apples

Ingredients for Glaze

Powdered sugar
Milk
Vanilla extract
Pecans or walnuts

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How to Make a Fresh Apple Bundt Cake

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat the bundt pan with butter and then dust with flour, or spray well with baking spray then set aside.

In a large bowl (or stand mixer), add the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, and salt and whisk to combine.

To the flour mixture, add the milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla, and beat on medium speed until smooth. This should take around 1 minute.

Fold in the chopped apples.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and place on the center oven rack.

Bake for 45-50 minutes until the cake is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15-minutes then flip onto the wire rack to finish cooling before glazing.

How to Make a Glaze

In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until it is the desired consistency. To thin the glaze, add milk or water by the tablespoon until happy with the result.

Move the cake to a plate or platter, then pour the glaze over the top of the cake, then top with chopped walnuts or pecans.

Slice and serve immediately!

More Easy Dessert Recipes

If you are looking for more great dessert ideas, look no further! There are tons of great ideas below for delicious cakes and treats that are sure to please everyone at your dinner table. Apple cinnamon is my favorite, but below you'll find more great choices that are sure to please.

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Yield: 12