Description
This delicious Breakfast Bundt Cake combines warm cinnamon spice with the sweetness of fresh apples and a crunchy nut topping. Perfectly moist and tender, this cake is an ideal way to start your morning or to enjoy as a comforting snack with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Topping Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Alternate adding dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream and milk. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cake.
- Add apples and nuts: Fold in the chopped peeled apple and the optional chopped walnuts or pecans carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Drizzle the melted butter over the batter once it is poured into the bundt pan, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly on top.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set. Then carefully remove the cake from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your flavorful breakfast treat!
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and a fluffier texture.
- The optional nuts can be omitted or substituted with your favorite nuts depending on preference or allergy concerns.
- Peeling the apple helps maintain a smoother texture and prevents any bitterness from the skin.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and moist.
- Use a toothpick test to check doneness to avoid under or overbaking.
- This cake pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or brunch.
