Best 3 Nitas Applesauce And Bourbon Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with Nita's Applesauce and Bourbon Cake, a delectable treat that combines the flavors of sweet apples, nutty pecans, and a hint of bourbon. This moist and flavorful cake promises an explosion of taste in every bite.

Nita's Applesauce and Bourbon Cake stands out with its unique blend of ingredients. Fresh apples are simmered with cinnamon and sugar, creating a luscious applesauce that infuses the cake with a tender, moist texture and a burst of apple flavor. The addition of chopped pecans adds a delightful crunch and a nutty richness, while the hint of bourbon adds a subtle warmth and complexity to the overall taste.

This recipe also includes instructions for making a luscious bourbon glaze, a perfect complement to the cake. The glaze is made by simmering bourbon, butter, and sugar until thickened, resulting in a rich and flavorful coating that enhances the cake's moistness and adds a touch of sweetness.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, Nita's Applesauce and Bourbon Cake is a recipe that promises success. Its detailed instructions and helpful tips guide you through each step, ensuring a perfect cake every time.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more. Nita's Applesauce and Bourbon Cake awaits, ready to tantalize your senses and create lasting memories.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE BOURBON BUNDT CAKE



Apple Bourbon Bundt Cake image

One of my favorite pie alternatives is bundt cake. A hearty spice-filled bundt cake made from grated apples and toasted nuts, then soaked in whiskey syrup, defies the cliché of Thanksgiving dessert, yet keeps well within its harvest-time paradigm. Plus, a bundt cake, which is really just like an oversize muffin baked in a fancy pan, is easy to whip up. The booze bath helps keep it fresh, meaning you can bake it ahead and eat the leftovers for days.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 sticks unsalted butter 226 grams, at room temperature, plus more to grease pan
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 315 grams, plus more to dust the pan
3 tablespoons (30 grams) plus 1/2 cup (80 grams) bourbon or rye whiskey
1/2 cup (90 grams) candied ginger, chopped
1 3/4 cup (330 grams) light brown sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons (8 grams) baking powder
1 teaspoon (5 grams) baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons (3 grams) ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (5 grams) fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 cup (227 grams) sour cream
1 tablespoon (15 grams) vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoon (5 grams) finely grated lemon zest
2 medium Granny Smith apples about a pound, 454 grams, peeled, cored, and coarsely grated
1 cup (120 grams) finely chopped, toasted pecans
1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
Juice of 1/2 lemon (20 grams)

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 565, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 379 milligrams, Sugar 45 grams, TransFat 1 gram

NITA'S APPLESAUCE AND BOURBON CAKE



Nita's Applesauce and Bourbon Cake image

A delicious cake suitable for gift giving. The cake is great fresh, but better when aged. It is best to make around Thanksgiving to be ready for Christmas. This can be made in a 9x5 inch loaf pan with the baking time adjusted to 1 hour and 40 minutes. Happy Holidays!

Provided by Evelyn Carroll

Categories     Apple Desserts

Time 4h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups applesauce
2 cups white sugar
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped dates
1 (16 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, halved
1 cup bourbon whiskey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch tube pan. Line the bottom and sides with parchment paper, then grease the paper. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine applesauce, butter and sugar. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Add chopped pecans, raisins, chopped dates and cherries. Stir until the fruit and nuts are evenly coated. Stir in the cooled applesauce mixture. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. Slowly pour bourbon on cake, letting it soak in. To speed up the process, you can use a toothpick to puncture many small holes all over the cake before pouring on the Bourbon. You will think that you are using too much Bourbon. Don't worry. You really want to soak the cake in Bourbon! Wrap cake well and store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.9 calories, Carbohydrate 97 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 412.1 mg, Sugar 55.7 g

NITA'S APPLESAUCE AND BOURBON CAKE



Nita's Applesauce and Bourbon Cake image

A delicious cake suitable for gift giving. The cake is great fresh, but better when aged. It is best to make around Thanksgiving to be ready for Christmas. This can be made in a 9x5 inch loaf pan with the baking time adjusted to 1 hour and 40 minutes. Happy Holidays!

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Apple Desserts

Time 4h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups applesauce
2 cups white sugar
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped dates
1 (16 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, halved
1 cup bourbon whiskey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch tube pan. Line the bottom and sides with parchment paper, then grease the paper. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine applesauce, butter and sugar. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Add chopped pecans, raisins, chopped dates and cherries. Stir until the fruit and nuts are evenly coated. Stir in the cooled applesauce mixture. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. Slowly pour bourbon on cake, letting it soak in. To speed up the process, you can use a toothpick to puncture many small holes all over the cake before pouring on the Bourbon. You will think that you are using too much Bourbon. Don't worry. You really want to soak the cake in Bourbon! Wrap cake well and store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.9 calories, Carbohydrate 97 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 412.1 mg, Sugar 55.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Apples: Opt for apples that are slightly tart, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn. These apples hold their shape well during baking and contribute a balanced flavor to the cake.
  • Use Freshly Grated Apples: Grating the apples rather than chopping them ensures an even distribution of apple flavor throughout the cake. Freshly grated apples also create a moist and tender texture.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Bring your eggs, butter, and buttermilk to room temperature before starting. This allows them to blend more easily, resulting in a smoother batter.
  • Bake the Cake Thoroughly: Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake to check for doneness. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready. Overbaking can dry out the cake and make it crumbly.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely before serving. This gives the flavors time to develop and the cake to set properly.

Conclusion:

Nita's Applesauce and Bourbon Cake is a delightful combination of classic flavors, perfect for any occasion. With its moist, tender crumb, sweet-tart apple filling, and a hint of bourbon, this cake is sure to become a favorite. The addition of applesauce keeps the cake moist and flavorful, while the bourbon adds a subtle warmth and depth of flavor. Follow these tips to ensure a successful baking experience and enjoy this delicious treat with your loved ones.

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