Description

This Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze. Is everything you want. In a fall dessert—warm, spiced, and incredibly comforting. The cake itself is packed with chunks of tart Granny Smith apples. And crunchy pecans. Creating a delightful texture. With every bite. But the real star is the homemade caramel glaze. That drapes over the cake. Adding a rich, buttery sweetness. That perfectly complements the spiced cake. Whether you’re serving it at a holiday gathering. Or just treating yourself. This cake. Is sure to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 c of vegetable oil

2 c of white sugar

4 large eggs

3 c of all-purpose flour

1 tsp of baking soda

1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon

1 tsp of salt

2 tsp of pure vanilla extract

3 1/2 c of Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped into small pieces (about 3–4 apples)

1 cup of finely chopped pecans

For the Caramel Glaze:

3/4 c of butter (equivalent to 1 1/2 sticks)

1 c of packed light brown sugar

1/4 c of whole milk

1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F.

In a large mixing bowl. Combine the oil, sugar, and eggs. Beat the mixture. Until it becomes light. And creamy.

In a separate medium bowl. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture. To the wet ingredients. In the large bowl. Mixing until well combined.

Add the vanilla extract. And mix. Until fully incorporated.

Gently fold in the chopped apples. And pecans.

Pour the batter into a tube pan. That has been generously greased. And floured. If you prefer. You can use two loaf pans. Instead of a tube pan.

Bake in the preheated oven. For about an hour. Start checking for doneness around the 50-minute mark. By inserting a toothpick. Into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean. The cake is ready. If you’re using loaf pans. Be sure to check them. At the 50-minute mark as well.

To make the caramel glaze:

In a small saucepan. Melt the butter over low heat.

Add the brown sugar and milk, stirring to combine.

Increase the heat slightly. To bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Then reduce the heat. And let it simmer, stirring continuously. For about 10 minutes.

Remove the glaze from the heat. Stir in the vanilla. And let it cool slightly.

Once the glaze has cooled a bit. Drizzle it over the top of the cake. Allowing it to seep down the sides.

Notes

To make this Apple Pecan Cake gluten-free. Simply substitute the all-purpose flour. With a gluten-free baking blend. That contains xanthan gum. Be sure to check the consistency of the batter. As gluten-free flours can sometimes require a bit more moisture. You can add a splash of milk. Or buttermilk if needed. Also, double-check that your baking soda and other ingredients. Are certified gluten-free. With these simple swaps. You can enjoy all the delicious flavors of this cake. Without the gluten!

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour