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Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze

Decadent Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze for Fall Bliss

This Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze is a cozy autumn treat with a delightful mixture of apples, pecans, and spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Use freshly grated for best flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cloves Could be omitted if unavailable
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best taste
  • 2 cups Apples (peeled and chopped) Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are recommended
  • 1 cup Pecans (chopped) Walnuts can be used as a substitute
For the Caramel Glaze
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark works well
  • ¼ cup Heavy Cream Evaporated milk is a good alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for glaze)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Medium Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped apples and pecans until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour batter into prepared dish and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then melt butter in a saucepan.
  10. Add brown sugar and cream, bringing mixture to a gentle boil and stirring continuously.
  11. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, then pour over cake and allow to set.
  12. Slice and serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use firm apples, avoid overmixing, and allow the glaze to set appropriately.

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