Description
A moist, spice-infused Bundt cake that perfectly replicates the flavor and texture of a classic apple cider doughnut, complete with a crunchy cinnamon sugar coating.
Ingredients
2 cups high-quality apple cider (reduced to 1/2 cup)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk, room temperature
For Coating: 1/4 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer the apple cider for 15-20 minutes until it is reduced to exactly 1/2 cup. Set aside to cool completely.
Step 2: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 10-12 cup Bundt pan with non-stick spray or butter and flour.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, 1.5 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Sift the mixture for a lighter cake.
Step 4: In a large stand mixer bowl, cream the room-temperature butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 5: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 6: Slowly whisk the cooled, reduced apple cider into the buttermilk. With the mixer on low, add 1/3 of the dry ingredients, followed by 1/2 of the cider-buttermilk mixture. Repeat, finishing with the last of the flour.
Step 7: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 8: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
Step 9: While the cake is slightly warm, invert it onto a wire rack. Combine the coating sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush the entire cake with melted butter and immediately toss the cinnamon sugar over it, pressing gently to adhere.
Notes
Always ensure your cider is reduced to exactly 1/2 cup for the most concentrated flavor. If it's too thick, add a splash of fresh cider back in.
- Prep Time: PT30M
- Cook Time: PT50M
- Category: Desserts & Baked Goods
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg