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Apple Cider Bundt Cake

Apple Cider Bundt Cake
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Apple Cider Bundt Cake is a moist and tender spiced cake infused with apple cider and warm fall spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Perfect for cozy gatherings and holiday celebrations, this cake features natural sweetness and a delicate crumb, making it a comforting seasonal treat that’s easy to make and beautifully presented in a classic bundt shape.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup apple cider

Optional Add-ins

  • ½ cup chopped nuts (such as pecans)
  • ½ cup diced apples

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease a 10-12 cup bundt pan to ensure easy release after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a tender crumb and smooth texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until the batter is smooth and silky.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Apple Cider: Alternately add the dry ingredients and apple cider to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Add Optional Mix-ins: If using, fold in chopped nuts and/or diced apples to add extra texture and flavor.
  7. Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Remove from Pan: Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to release. Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing or serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for a smoother batter and even baking.
  • Measure flour by spooning and leveling instead of scooping to prevent a dense cake.
  • Mix batter just until ingredients are combined to avoid a tough texture.
  • Check oven temperature with a thermometer for consistent baking results.
  • Use fresh ground spices to maximize flavor and aroma.
  • Wrap cooled cake tightly for storage; stays fresh up to 3 days at room temperature.
  • Freeze wrapped cake for up to 3 months, thaw in refrigerator before serving.
  • Reheat slices gently in microwave or low oven to refresh softness.

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Keywords: apple cider cake, bundt cake, fall dessert, spiced cake, autumn dessert, moist cake, holiday cake

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