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Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze

Delicious Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze to Savor

This Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze is a delightful treat perfect for gatherings, combining sweet apples, crunchy pecans, and a luscious glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 cups shredded apples
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as an alternative
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Caramel Glaze
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend together the vegetable oil, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the shredded apples and chopped pecans gently into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 40–45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Caramel Glaze Instructions
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar and butter; stir until smooth.
  2. Add heavy cream and vanilla, stirring until well combined and smooth.
  3. Pour the glaze over the cooled cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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