A stunning, moist bundt cake packed with tender apples and warm spices, finished with a rich brown sugar glaze. This elegant yet easy dessert is perfect for holidays, brunches, or any autumn gathering!
3 cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp ground cloves
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1¾ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream
3 cups peeled, diced apples (about 3 medium – Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Caramel drizzle
Chopped toasted pecans
Powdered sugar dusting
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 10-12 cup Bundt pan with butter and flour.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy (3-4 minutes). Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
Alternate adding dry ingredients with sour cream, mixing just until combined. Fold in apples.
Spoon thick batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top.
Bake 50-60 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pan 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and milk. Simmer 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and salt. Cool slightly until thickened but pourable.
Drizzle warm glaze over cooled cake. Garnish as desired.
Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dessert tables
Pair with coffee or spiced cider
Use a mix of apple varieties for balanced flavor and texture
Room temperature ingredients ensure even mixing
Grease the pan thoroughly for easy release
Store covered at room temp for 3 days
Refrigerate for 5 days (bring to room temp before serving)
Freeze unglazed cake for 2 months
Enjoy this beautifully spiced, apple-packed showstopper!
Find it online: https://bakesbliss.com/apple-bundt-cake/