Description

This Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert that combines tender apples with warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices. Perfect for autumn or any time you crave a cozy treat, this cake features a soft crumb infused with sweet spices and a simple powdered sugar glaze that enhances its sweetness.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Wet Ingredients

1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
3 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Other Ingredients

3 medium apples (about 3 cups or 375g), peeled, cored, diced

Glaze

1 cup (125g) powdered sugar, sifted
2–3 tablespoons (30-45ml) milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease the bundt pan with a butter and flour mixture or use nonstick spray to ensure the cake releases easily after baking.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined to ensure an even distribution of spices throughout the cake batter.
Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
Bring It All Together: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cake. Fold in the diced apples gently with a spatula, evenly distributing them while keeping their shape intact.
Bake It Up: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. The cake will emit a warm, inviting aroma as it bakes.
Cool and Glaze: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully unmolding onto a wire rack to cool completely. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

Make sure your apples are peeled, cored, and diced evenly to ensure they cook evenly in the batter.
Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and a lighter cake texture.
If you prefer a less sweet glaze, reduce the powdered sugar quantity or omit the glaze entirely.
You can substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor, though the texture may change slightly.
Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake, fall dessert, cinnamon cake, apple cake, bundt cake, spiced cake, homemade cake