Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze Recipe
This apple pecan cake with caramel glaze is a moist, flavorful dessert packed with spiced apples, crunchy pecans, and a decadent caramel topping. Ideal for fall gatherings, holidays, or cozy evenings, this cake brings warmth and sweetness to every slice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced apples (such as Granny Smith)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Caramel Glaze:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Combine and Fold in Additions: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Fold in diced apples and pecans until evenly distributed.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cake cool.
- Make the Caramel Glaze: In a saucepan, heat brown sugar, butter, and milk over medium heat, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, add vanilla, and pour over the cooled cake.
Notes
- For extra crunch, toast the pecans before adding them to the batter.
- This cake can also be baked in a bundt pan; adjust baking time as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg