Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze
Indulge in the flavors of fall with this delightful Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze. This moist and flavorful cake features fresh Granny Smith apples and crunchy pecans, making it a perfect centerpiece for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat after dinner. Each slice is topped with a rich homemade caramel glaze that adds an irresistible finish to this comforting dessert. Easy to prepare, this recipe requires no special baking skills, ensuring everyone can enjoy the warm hugs of this cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups cooking oil
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3½ cups Granny Smith apples (peeled and finely chopped)
- 1 cup pecans (finely chopped)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix cooking oil and granulated sugar until well blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture while stirring.
- Gently fold in chopped apples and pecans until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before glazing.
- For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in brown sugar and milk until smooth. Simmer for about five minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle the caramel glaze over the cooled cake before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg