Indulge your taste buds in an explosion of autumnal flavors with our delectable Apple Bourbon Cake! This moist and flavorful cake is a perfect blend of sweet apples, warm bourbon, and a touch of spice. With a tender crumb and a delightful glaze, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
This recipe collection features three variations of the classic Apple Bourbon Cake, each with its own unique twist. If you prefer a traditional approach, the Original Apple Bourbon Cake recipe will satisfy your cravings. For those who enjoy a nutty flavor, the Apple Bourbon Cake with Pecans adds a delightful crunch and extra richness. And if you're looking for a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Apple Bourbon Cake offers the same delicious flavors without compromising on texture.
No matter which variation you choose, you'll be rewarded with a moist and flavorful cake that showcases the best of fall flavors. The sweet apples provide a natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with the warm notes of bourbon, while the spices add a touch of depth and complexity. The glaze adds a finishing touch of sweetness and shine, making this cake irresistible.
These Apple Bourbon Cakes are not only delicious but also versatile. They can be served as a dessert, a snack, or even a breakfast treat. Pair them with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy afternoon break, or enjoy them as a sweet ending to a special meal.
With easy-to-follow instructions and readily available ingredients, these Apple Bourbon Cake recipes are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized and your loved ones asking for more.
APPLE-BOURBON COFFEE CAKE
Add a shot of bourbon to this sour cream coffee cake baked with a layer of apple butter.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 2h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a small bowl and mix to combine. Add the butter and mix thoroughly with your fingers or a fork until all of the butter has been evenly distributed and incorporated into the flour. Form into small to medium clumps with your fingers.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8-inch square cake pan.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a small bowl.
- Beat the butter and granulated sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the bourbon and vanilla. Reduce the speed to low and add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour, beating until just incorporated.
- Spoon half of the cake batter (it will be very thick) into the prepared pan and smooth with an offset spatula. Dollop the apple butter on top and carefully smooth with the spatula. Spoon the remaining cake batter on top and smooth the top. Sprinkle on the crumb topping.
- Bake until the cake and topping are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about an hour. Let cool in the pan 20 minutes, then invert onto a plate; re-invert onto a rack to cool completely.
MARK BITTMAN'S BOURBON APPLE CAKE
Soaking a cake in liquor or syrup is an old concept. Bake a standard cake, like this golden one, and when it's done, pour enough sweetened, butter-laden alcohol over the top to really saturate it. The result is strong and juicy and makes frosting superfluous.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 2h
Yield About 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9-by-13-inch rectangular pan with butter, or butter and flour a 9-inch Bundt pan. Put apples in a blender or food processor and purée; remove and set aside.
- In food processor, combine 1 1/2 sticks butter (12 tablespoons) with 1 1/2 cups sugar and pulse until combined. With motor running, add eggs one at a time. Add apple purée and process until just combined.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add about a third of flour mixture to apple mixture in food processor. Then, with motor running, add about half of milk; add another third of flour, followed by rest of milk, then finally last of the flour. Process until batter just evens out.
- Turn batter into prepared pan and bake until middle is set (your fingers should leave only a small indentation when you gently press cake), 45 to 50 minutes. When done, cool in pan for about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine 1 cup liquor in a small pot with remaining butter and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and liquid is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Let cool to room temperature, then pour over cake; let it sit for at least an hour before serving. (For Bundt, let it sit for an hour, then unmold). Store at room temperature, covered with waxed paper, for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 478, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 185 milligrams, Sugar 44 grams, TransFat 1 gram
APPLE BOURBON BUNDT CAKE
Categories Cake Dessert Thanksgiving Apple
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons bourbon and the candied ginger. Let stand 10 minutes. 2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the brown sugar and remaining butter on medium-high speed, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the eggs, 1 at a time, until incorporated. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining flour with the baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream and vanilla. Pour in the bourbon from the ginger mixture (reserve ginger) and whisk until smooth. Stir in zest. 4. With the mixer on medium speed, add the dry mixture and sour cream mixture to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating between the two. Fold in the ginger, apples and pecans. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan. Bake until the cake is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the cake comes out dry, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Cool in the pan 20 minutes, then run a paring knife around the sides of the pan to release the cake; cool, flat side down, on a wire rack. 5. While the cake cools, combine the 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup whiskey in a small saucepan. Over low heat, gently stir until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the lemon juice and take off the heat. 6. While the cake cools, make 10 slits on top with a paring knife and pour half the bourbon-sugar mixture on the still-warm cake. When the cake is fully cool, flip it and pour the rest of the glaze on the other side, then flip again to serve. Yield: 10 to 12 servings.
APPLE CRANBERRY COFFEE CAKE WITH BOURBON SAUCE
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Instructions:Preheat over to 325. Prepare pans. Sometimes I make this in loaf pans, sometimes as muffins, sometimes in ramekins. It's up to you.Mix apples and sugar in a large bowl and set aside. Mix eggs, oil and vanilla in a separate bowl. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice and salt with a fork in yet another bowl. Next, combine egg mixture with apples and sugar. Combine flour mixture with apple mixture. Mix thoroughly it's very chunky. Then add raisins, cranberries, nuts and butterscotch bits into mixture until evenly distributed. Bake for 25-30 minutes. You may need to bake a little longer for loaf or bundt pans. Check with toothpick. Serve warm or at room temp. For added moisture, drizzle with Bourbon Sauce. (see below.)Melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and Bourbon. Simmer on low heat, stirring often to cook off some of the alcohol, about 5 minutes. Poke holes in surface of warm cake with wooden skewer and drizzle with sauce. Cover and let stand for a least an hour before serving. Freezes well.Comments:First Place Taste Award, Haywood County Harvest Festival Apple Dessert Competition
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips for Making Apple Bourbon Cake:
- Choose the right apples: For this recipe, firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Braeburn work best. They hold their shape well when baked and provide a nice contrast to the sweet cake batter.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a bundt pan: A bundt pan is the traditional pan for baking apple bourbon cake. It allows for even baking and creates a beautiful presentation.
- Don't overbake the cake: The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will make the cake dry.
- Serve warm or at room temperature: Apple bourbon cake is delicious served warm or at room temperature. It can also be served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
Apple bourbon cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its moist, flavorful crumb and delicious apple and bourbon flavors, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give this apple bourbon cake a try. You won't be disappointed.
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