Apple Pecan Bundt Cake with Caramel Sauce

Introduction

This Apple Pecan Bundt Cake with Caramel Sauce is a delightful dessert that combines the warmth of spiced apples and crunchy pecans with a decadent caramel glaze. It’s the perfect cake for fall or any special occasion, bringing together the rich flavors of apple, cinnamon, and pecans with a homemade caramel sauce drizzled over the top.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Caramel Sauce:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the Cake:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, and eggs until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5. Add Apples and Pecans: Fold in the chopped apples and pecans.
6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Caramel Sauce:

1. Melt Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add Brown Sugar and Cream: Stir in the brown sugar and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
3. Add Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Cool Slightly: Let the caramel sauce cool for a few minutes before drizzling it over the cooled cake.

Assemble:

• Once the cake has cooled, pour the warm caramel sauce over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. For added texture and flavor, sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top if desired.

Conclusion

This Apple Pecan Bundt Cake with Caramel Sauce is the ultimate fall dessert, combining the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The caramel sauce adds a rich and indulgent finish to this moist and flavorful cake, making it an irresistible treat for family gatherings or holidays. Enjoy it warm with a drizzle of extra caramel sauce for a truly decadent experience!

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