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Apple Cider Cake Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this irresistible Apple Cider Bundt Cake! This recipe features a moist and spiced cake infused with apple cider, studded with crunchy Heath bits, and topped with a luscious brown butter fondant glaze that's simply divine. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy weekend treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 369.5 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Cider Cake

  • Carrot Cake Mix
  • Caramel Flavored Cake Mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 10 tablespoons apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Pumpkin Pie Filling
  • Rum Extract
  • Coconut Extract
  • Hazelnut Extract
  • 1 cup chopped Heath bits
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter

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How to Make Apple Cider Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup vegetable oil, 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon apple extract, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and ½ cup apple cider.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 2 boxes (15.25 ounces each) of your favorite spice cake mix.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in 1 cup chopped Heath bits.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze:
  10. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt ½ cup unsalted butter. Continue cooking until the butter turns light brown and has a nutty aroma (be careful not to burn it).
  11. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons apple cider, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and the sugar is completely dissolved.
  12. Once the cake is completely cool, place it on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to catch any drips.
  13. Slowly drizzle the glaze over the cake, allowing it to set.
  14. If desired, reheat any remaining glaze and drizzle again for extra richness.
  15. Sprinkle with additional chopped Heath bits immediately after glazing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

18g

Carbs

17g

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