Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze Recipe
Indulge in a warm, spiced Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze, a deliciously moist treat featuring crisp apples, crunchy pecans, and a decadent caramel topping. Perfect for fall gatherings and a must-try for those who love comforting, homemade cakes packed with seasonal flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- Caramel Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Cake Batter: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch baking pan. In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Fold in diced apples and pecans.
- Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly before adding glaze.
- Make Caramel Glaze: In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir in cream and vanilla; simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Pour glaze over warm cake, slice, and enjoy.
Notes
- Best served warm; consider adding vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Substitute walnuts for pecans if desired.
- Glaze can be doubled for an extra-thick topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 180 mg