Apple Bundt Cake (With Caramel Glaze)

This apple bundt cake recipe makes a moist and fluffy cake filled with apples and fall spices. It's topped with an irresistible caramel sauce and gets more and more addictive with each bite!

My Family-Favorite Apple Bundt Cake Recipe

My grandma would always make old-fashioned desserts, and this apple bundt cake reminds me of something she'd make. It's so comforting and nostalgic and is one of the easiest and best flavored bundt cakes I've ever made.

This recipe comes together with simple baking ingredients, plus chopped apples and walnuts for an added crunch. The cake turns out super soft and moist, with the perfect cinnamon apple flavor.

My favorite part has to be the homemade caramel glaze on top. It's honestly so good I end up eating some with a spoon! 

All in all, I think it might be the best apple cake recipe ever. Well, maybe it's a tie with my caramel apple dump cake. You'll have to try both out and let me know what you think!

Why This Is The Best Apple Cake

It's incredibly easy to make. Even if you've never made a bundt cake before, I guarantee you'll have no trouble nailing this recipe. Before you know it, you'll have a warm, golden brown, and moist cake full of ooey-gooey goodness!

It's a Cunningham family favorite. Just like my cinnamon rolls with apple pie filling, this fresh apple cake is sure to become a family favorite! At least it is in the Cunningham household. It's one of our go-to recipes to make after we go apple picking. 

It truly is the perfect Fall dessert. When apple season is in full swing, nothing says Fall more to me than a freshly baked cake with a brown sugar cinnamon apple flavor.

Ingreidents

Another part about this recipe that I love is it's made with common ingredients. I usually have all of them on hand, and I think you might too! 

Check out everything you'll need:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 3 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 tsp. salt
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• ½ cup sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2-3 cups apples, peeled and chopped (about 2-3 apples)
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup butter 
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

If you end up with any leftover apples, you can use them to make my Grandma's old fashioned apple pie. It's one of my favorite Fall desserts, so you'll definitely want to try that recipe out next!

How To Make Apple Bundt Cake

1. Prep work. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a bundt cake pan with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.

2. Mix the wet and dry ingredients. Sift the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon into a medium bowl. In a separate bowl, using a handheld electric mixer or stand mixer, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil.

3. Combine the ingredients. Work in batches adding the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and slowly whisk until no large lumps remain. Carefully fold in the diced apples, and if you think there are too many apples in the cake batter, only add two cups instead of three. Add chopped walnuts and stir to combine everything.

4. Bake the cake. Pour the cake batter into the prepared bundt pan. Bake the cake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. The baking times may vary depending on your oven of how many apples you added. Cover the cake with parchment paper about halfway through to prevent burning on top. 

5. Make the caramel sauce. In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the butter has melted and the sugar is dissolved. Allow the caramel sauce to sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.

6. Serve: Gently remove the cake from the pan. Drizzle the caramel over the warm cake, then slice and serve. Enjoy!

Expert Tips 

• Mix the ingredients until smooth but do not overmix the batter.
• Use a mix of apples like Granny Smith apples and Honey Crisp apples for the best flavor.
• Swap the walnuts for pecans for a slightly different flavor.
• Carefully run a butter knife down the edges of the bundt pan to help the cake come out of the pan more easily.
• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the best dessert ever.

How To Store Leftover Apple Cake

At room temperature: Transfer the cake to an airtight container and keep it at room temperature for up to 5 days.

In the fridge: To keep the cake longer, you can store it in the fridge for up to 1 week.

In the freezer: Allow the cake to cool completely, then transfer the leftovers to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Let frozen cake thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying it.

FAQS About This Apple Bundt Cake Recipe

What are the best apples to bake in a cake?

Any firm apples are best to bake in a cake. They'll hold their texture better, and the flavor is up to you! Some good options are Granny Smith or Pink Pearl if you want a tart flavor, or Pink Lady or Golden Delicious for a sweet flavor. 

Can I use a cake pan instead of a bundt pan?

Yes, this cake will turn out great if you only have a cake pan. You'll want to use a 9x13-inch pan and check on the cake frequently towards the end of baking.

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• Apple cobbler
• Baked apple slices
• Apple coffee cake
• Puff pastry apple tart
• Cream cheese caramel apple dip
• Crescent roll apple dumplings
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