Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze sounds absolutely delicious! Here’s a basic recipe you can follow to make this delightful dessert:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups diced apples (peeled and cored)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
For the Caramel Glaze:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or a bundt pan.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- Fold in the diced apples and chopped pecans.
3. Bake the Cake:
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Make the Caramel Glaze:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the brown sugar and milk/cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
5. Glaze the Cake:
- Place the cooled cake on a serving plate or platter.
- Pour the warm caramel glaze over the top of the cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving the cake.
This Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze is perfect for fall or any time you want a comforting and flavorful dessert. Enjoy!