Delightful Apple Bundt Cake with Spiced Honey Glaze Recipe
A moist and flavorful Apple Bundt Cake featuring fresh diced apples and a spiced honey glaze. This dairy-free cake combines warm cinnamon spices with the natural sweetness of apples and honey, perfect for any occasion or cozy dessert craving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup applesauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup dairy-free sour cream
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Additional Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh apples, peeled and diced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt cake pan to ensure the cake releases easily after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, mix together the applesauce, granulated sugar, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Additional Wet Ingredients: Stir in the dairy-free sour cream, honey, and apple cider vinegar into the wet ingredient mixture to add moisture and enhance the cake’s tenderness.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain the cake’s light texture.
- Add Diced Apples: Gently fold the peeled and diced fresh apples into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Fill pan and smooth batter: Pour the prepared batter into the greased bundt cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing it from breaking apart.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the cake with the spiced honey glaze before serving to add a sweet and aromatic finishing touch.
Notes
- Use peeled and diced fresh apples for added texture and flavor.
- Ensure the bundt pan is well greased to prevent sticking.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- The spiced honey glaze adds moisture and sweetness; adjust honey amount to taste.
- The dairy-free sour cream makes this cake suitable for those avoiding dairy.
Keywords: Apple Bundt Cake, Dairy-Free Cake, Spiced Honey Glaze, Autumn Dessert, Moist Apple Cake
