APPLE PECAN CAKE WITH CARAMEL GLAZE
If you’re on the hunt for a dessert that perfectly balances sweet, nutty, and indulgent flavors, look no further than this delightful Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze recipe. Not only does it satisfy your sweet tooth, but it also adds a touch of sophistication to any gathering or family meal. Let’s dive into the details of this mouthwatering treat and how to whip it up in your own kitchen.
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Food-Grade Oil | 1/2 cup |
| Sugar | 2 cups |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Flour | 3 cups |
| Baking Soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Cinnamon | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Vanilla Extract | 2 teaspoons |
| Granny Smith Apples (peeled and diced) | 3-4 (approximately 3 1/2 cups) |
| Pecans (chopped) | 1 cup |
| Butter (for glaze) | 1/3 cup |
| Light Brown Sugar (for glaze) | 1/3 cup |
| Milk (for glaze) | 1/3 cup |
| Vanilla Extract (for glaze) | 1 teaspoon |
How to Prepare:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, cream together the oil, sugar, and eggs until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate medium-sized bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Fold in the diced apples and chopped pecans until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Prepare a tube pan (or two loaf pans) by greasing them thoroughly and dusting with flour to prevent sticking.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. If using loaf pans, check for doneness around the 50-minute mark.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the caramel glaze.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the brown sugar and milk, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook, stirring constantly, for about 10 minutes or until the glaze thickens slightly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Allow the glaze to cool slightly before pouring it over the cooled cake.
