Apple Cider Doughnut Bundt Cake

Hey there, baking enthusiasts and apple aficionados! Let’s indulge in the ultimate apple experience with this Apple Cider Doughnut Bundt Cake recipe. Positively bursting with apple flavor from dried apples, boiled cider, applesauce, apple juice…what other apple products could we possibly have packed in? This moist and tender cake is a true delight!

Now, before we dive into this recipe, let’s address the elephant in the kitchen—yes, the ingredient list is a tad longer than your average cake recipe, and you may have to purchase some special products like dried apples, boiled cider, and fennel pollen. But fear not! Each component plays a crucial role in achieving the ultimate moist and tender Bundt cake that replicates the flavor in an apple cider doughnut. flavor sensation. Trust me, it’s worth it!

An Apple Extravaganza

Prepare yourselves, because this is no ordinary apple cake. In fact, it’s the apple-iest apple cake you’ll ever taste! Each slice is like taking a bite out of autumn…but you can have it year-round because (shh!)…there’s not actually any fresh apple cider in the cake. This recipe uses boiled cider, a product from King Arthur Baking I recently got a two-for-one on, and it did not disappoint. Also, a little goes a long way, and it keeps for a long time in the fridge, so you can slip it into other apple baked goods or find a good recipe that already uses it on King Arthur’s website. It’s essentially just fresh apple cider boiled down until some of the moisture is driven off and the flavor has concentrated and it’s a thicker, pourable consistency.

Inspiration from the Pros

Shoutout to the culinary wizards over at Serious Eats for inspiring the apple-cinnamon sugar that takes this cake to new heights. I wanted to pack apple flavor into literally every layer of this cake, and using dried apples in combination with standard cinnamon sugar achieved that perfect. This genius idea adds an extra layer of sweetness and spice. While optional, the fennel pollen adds a little je ne sais quoi—and had my mom eating the remaining sugar off the pan after I sprinkled it on the cake.

Moisture Galore

One thing’s for sure—dry cake is a crime. But fear not, because this Apple Cider Doughnut Bundt Cake is anything but dry. This cake isn’t just bursting with flavor; it’s also incredibly moist, thanks to carefully crafted ratios and combinations of ingredients that add both apple flavor and moisture and fat to the batter.

Now, let’s talk about the pièce de résistance: the Browned Butter-Apple Glaze. Picture this: buttery, nutty goodness infused with the rich flavors of apple cider, generously brushed over the entire cake. It’s the perfect finishing touch that takes this dessert from amazing to out-of-this-world and adds an extra layer of moisture that helps keep the exterior from drying out.

Before you dive headfirst into baking bliss, a word of advice—patience is key (and something I’m not good at). I almost never subscribe to this in baking, but get your ingredients out early and give them plenty of time to come to room temperature. Ensuring that your ingredients are at room temperature is crucial for achieving the perfect texture and flavor. Trust me, it’s a small step that makes a world of difference.

Who says apple baked goods have to stay a strictly fall dessert? With this recipe, you can enjoy the taste of fall year-round, thanks to the magic of boiled apple cider. So go ahead, indulge in a slice no matter the season!

So there you have it—the recipe for Apple Cider Doughnut Bundt Cake that’s guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering or simply as a well-deserved treat for yourself. Take it to a new neighbor or new mom! Need something uber sharable for a work potluck? This is it!

Happy baking! After all, great things come to those who bake, right?

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