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Apple Butter Bundt Cake

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A stunning spiced bundt cake infused with rich apple butter and topped with a glossy caramel glaze. This moist, aromatic cake is perfect for holiday gatherings, fall celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a showstopping dessert!

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1½ tsp baking powder

  • 1½ tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 2 tsp cinnamon

  • ½ tsp nutmeg

  • ¼ tsp ground cloves

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1½ cups granulated sugar

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1½ cups apple butter (store-bought or homemade)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup buttermilk

For the Caramel Glaze:

  • ½ cup packed brown sugar

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter

  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

Optional Garnish:

  • Chopped toasted pecans

  • Dusting of powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Prep & Mix Batter:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 10-12 cup Bundt pan.

  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

  3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and both sugars until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).

  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in apple butter and vanilla.

  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing just until combined.

2. Bake the Cake:

  • Spoon batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.

  • Bake 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

  • Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

3. Make the Glaze:

  • In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and cream. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly for 2 minutes.

  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt. Cool slightly until thickened but still pourable.

4. Assemble & Serve:

  • Drizzle warm glaze over cooled cake. Garnish with pecans if desired.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

  • Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dessert tables

  • Pair with coffee or spiced tea

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Use homemade apple butter for deeper flavor (simmer applesauce with cinnamon and brown sugar)

  • Room temperature ingredients ensure even mixing

  • Cool cake completely before glazing to prevent absorption

Storage Instructions

  • Store covered at room temp for 3 days

  • Refrigerate for 5 days (bring to room temp before serving)

  • Freeze unglazed cake for 2 months

Find it online: https://bakesbliss.com/apple-butter-bundt-cake/