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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 that perfectly captures the warm flavors of autumn. Infused with fresh apple cider and cozy spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this elegant Bundt cake is easy to make and ideal for fall gatherings, offering a comforting and delicious seasonal treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

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

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups apple cider (preferably fresh)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ⅔ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Preheat: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease your Bundt pan with butter or non-stick spray to ensure the cake releases easily after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly combined, distributing the spices and leavening agents throughout.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the sugar and eggs until creamy. Then add the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider, mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
  5. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack. Allow it to cool completely before slicing to achieve the best texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh apple cider for a brighter, more natural flavor than bottled options.
  • Don’t skip the spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves create the cake’s signature warmth.
  • Properly grease the Bundt pan with butter and flour to prevent sticking and preserve the cake’s elegant shape.
  • Start checking the cake’s doneness at 40 minutes as oven types vary.
  • Let the cake cool completely before slicing to allow flavors to settle and ensure clean slices.
  • For a gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Add a cinnamon or maple glaze, nuts, or fruit mix-ins for added texture and flavor.
  • Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days; freeze wrapped for up to 3 months.

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