Best 3 Apple Harvest Pound Cake Recipes

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Introducing a delightful culinary experience with our Apple Harvest Pound Cake. This classic pound cake recipe gets a seasonal twist with the addition of fresh, crisp apples, creating a moist and flavorful cake that is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

The recipe collection features two variations to cater to different tastes and preferences. The first recipe showcases the classic Apple Harvest Pound Cake, made with a combination of all-purpose flour and almond flour for a tender and nutty flavor. The second recipe introduces a Gluten-Free Apple Harvest Pound Cake, crafted with a blend of gluten-free flours to accommodate dietary restrictions.

Both recipes share a common foundation of pantry staples like butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. The apples provide a burst of sweetness and texture, while warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg enhance the cake's flavor profile. The result is a moist, dense cake with a tender crumb and a golden-brown crust.

Whether you prefer the classic or gluten-free version, this Apple Harvest Pound Cake is an exceptional treat to enjoy with your loved ones. The detailed instructions and helpful tips included in the article ensure a successful baking experience, so gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE HARVEST POUND CAKE WITH CARAMEL GLAZE



APPLE HARVEST POUND CAKE WITH CARAMEL GLAZE image

Categories     Apple

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup butter or margarine
2 teaspoons milk
2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, vanilla and eggs with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; stir into the batter just until blended. Fold in the apples and walnuts using a spoon. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the crown or the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool for about 20 minutes then invert on to a wire rack.
  • Make the glaze by heating the butter, milk and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar, then remove from the heat. Drizzle over the warm cake.
  • I like to place a sheet of aluminum foil under the cooling rack to catch the drips for easy clean up.

APPLE HARVEST POUND CAKE



Apple Harvest Pound Cake image

When apple season comes in I usually go to the orchard and get lots of apples to make delicious apple recipes. This one I especially enjoy. It consist of fresh apples, chopped nuts and a divine caramel sauce which makes this cake. I have had this cake recipe for such a long time. I believe I got it from Betty Crocker...

Provided by Betty Graves

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c sugar
2 tsp vanilla
3 eggs
3 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
2 medium apples, peeled and finely chopped (2 cups)
1 c chopped nuts
caramel glaze
1/2 c butter or margarine
1/2 c packed brown sugar
2 tsp milk

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 12-cup fluted tube/bundt cake pan. In large bowl, beat granulated sugar, oil, vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in flour, salt and baking soda until smooth. Stir in apples and nuts. Pour into pan.
  • 2. Bake 60 to 90 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes. Remove from pan to cooling rack. In 2-quart saucepan, heat all glaze ingredients to boiling, stirring occasionally. Boil 2 minutes, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Spoon glaze over warm cake.
  • 3. Note: I usually punch small holes in the cake for the glaze to go down in the cake. Not many just enough to give it a good flavor inside the cake.

APPLE HARVEST POUND CAKE WITH CARAMEL GLAZE



Apple Harvest Pound Cake with Caramel Glaze image

This is a fantastic Bundt cake that my grandmother used to make for Thanksgiving. It has been a family favorite for years!

Provided by Dani

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 medium Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and chopped
1 cup chopped walnuts
½ cup butter or margarine
2 teaspoons milk
½ cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, vanilla and eggs with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; stir into the batter just until blended. Fold in the apples and walnuts using a spoon. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the crown or the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool for about 20 minutes then invert on to a wire rack.
  • Make the glaze by heating the butter, milk and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar, then remove from the heat. Drizzle over the warm cake. I like to place a sheet of aluminum foil under the cooling rack to catch the drips for easy clean up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.9 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 42.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 374.4 mg, Sugar 45.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe apples. This will give your cake the best flavor.
  • Peel and core the apples before using them. This will make it easier to slice them evenly.
  • Slice the apples thinly. This will help them to cook evenly.
  • Toss the apples with sugar and cinnamon before adding them to the batter. This will help to bring out their flavor.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a loaf pan. This will help to ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Apple Harvest Pound Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for fall. The apples give the cake a moist and flavorful texture, while the cinnamon and sugar add a warm and inviting spice. This cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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