Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze

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Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze is a perfect dessert that brings together warm, comforting flavors. Here’s a recipe to make this indulgent treat:

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted, optional)

For the Caramel Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

For the Cake:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or a Bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in the chopped apples and pecans.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40–45 minutes (for a 9×13 pan) or 50–60 minutes (for a Bundt pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

For the Caramel Glaze:

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
  2. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  4. While the cake is still warm, pour the caramel glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides.

Serving Suggestion

Slice and serve the cake slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. The caramel glaze adds a luscious touch that makes this cake irresistible!

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