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Apple Cider Cake

Irresistibly Moist Apple Cider Cake for Cozy Evenings

Delightful Apple Cider Cake brings cozy vibes and sweet nostalgia in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Cakes
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 12-cup bundt pan
  • stand mixer
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • small saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour for a light and fluffy texture
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder for that perfect rise
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons salt to enhance the flavors
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon adds warm, spicy notes
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg brings a delightful depth of flavor
  • 2 ½ sticks unsalted butter at room temperature, for rich moisture
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar infuses warmth and caramel undertones
  • ½ cup granulated sugar offers just the right sweetness
  • 4 whole eggs at room temperature for an airy batter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to elevate the flavor profile
  • 1 cup apple cider the star ingredient, adding flavor and moisture

For Coating

  • 2 cups apple cider reduced for a luscious glaze
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter for added richness when coating
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar for a delightful crunch
  • 2 tablespoons demerara or turbinado sugar offers a festive twist to dusting
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon to harmonize the flavors in the coating

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Cider Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Generously grease a 12-cup bundt pan using Baker’s Joy or a non-stick spray that contains flour.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until lighter in color and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well and scraping down the bowl after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to your batter, mixing on low speed until just combined. Slowly pour in apple cider.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • While the cake is baking, pour apple cider into a saucepan and heat over high. Bring to a boil, then let it simmer until thickened.
  • Whisk together granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating. Brush the cider mixture generously over the warm cake.

Notes

Ensure your eggs and butter are at room temperature for best results. Don't overmix the batter to keep the cake moist.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Apple Cider Cake, Autumn Dessert, cozy baking, Fall Recipes, moist cake, sweet treat
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