Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 cup salted butter, softened at room temp
- 3 cups organic all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups organic cane sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp apple pie spice
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
- 4 large organic eggs, at room temp
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, at room temp (or whole milk/plant-based milk)
For the Sautéed Apple Topping:
- 2-3 cups organic apples, diced (about 2 apples)
- 2 Tbsps salted butter
- 1/4 cup organic brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsps apple pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Simple Spiced Glaze:
- 2 cups organic powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp apple pie spice
- 3-4 Tbsps unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Make the Sautéed Apple Topping: In a medium 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar, apple pie spice, and vanilla, stirring until combined and bubbling, about 1-2 minutes. Toss in the diced apples and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the apples are tender and the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Prepare the Bundt Cake Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease the Bundt pan with butter or oil and dust it with flour to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and apple pie spice until fully combined. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a hand mixer on high speed, beat the softened butter and cane sugar together until pale and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Then add the vanilla extract and almond milk, mixing until smooth.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing well until the batter is smooth, lump-free, and thick yet stirrable, about 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble the Cake: Spoon the cooled sautéed apple topping evenly into the bottom of the prepared Bundt pan. Pour the cake batter over the apples, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the Cake: Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan for 1-2 hours before inverting onto a cake stand or plate.
- Make the Spiced Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, apple pie spice, and almond milk until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the spiced glaze generously over the cooled cake. Slice and serve with optional caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, or whipped cream for an indulgent touch.
Notes
- To make homemade apple pie spice, combine 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/4 tsp ground allspice, and 1/4 tsp ground cloves.
- For the apples, tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best to balance the sweetness.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk you prefer, including whole milk or other plant-based alternatives.
- Ensure the butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and cake texture.
- Letting the cake cool completely before glazing ensures the glaze doesn’t melt and runs off the cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American