Description
A deliciously moist and spiced cake that captures the essence of fall with the flavors of apple cider and cinnamon, reminiscent of classic apple cider donuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, boil the apple cider over medium heat until reduced to 1 cup, about 15-20 minutes. Let it cool.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the reduced apple cider to the mixture and stir until combined.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped apples to the batter.
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Serve warm for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Apple Cider Donut Cake, Fall Dessert, Spiced Cake, Apple Dessert