This Caramel Apple Bundt Cake is moist and tender, with a rich caramel glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Chopped apples are folded into the batter, adding a delicious burst of fruitiness to every bite.
Next try this apple cinnamon crumb cake very easy and super delicious.

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Apple bundt cake
- This moist cake is excellent for special occasions, birthday parties, or even to satisfy your cravings.
- It tastes just like apple pie but in cake form! You can't go wrong!
- There are no special baking skills needed when it comes to making bundt cake recipes, so anyone can make it.
- It's a great way to use up your freshly picked apples during apple season.
When you make a caramel apple bundt cake not only will it wow all your guests, but it will make your kitchen smell wonderfully delicious of apples and cinnamon.
Ingredients you'll need
Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.
Ingredients Notes
- Sugar - You will need light brown sugar and granulated sugar.
- Oil - I typically use vegetable oil in baking; however, you can also use canola oil.
- Eggs - Eggs act as a binder and add moisture to your cake.
- Vanilla extract - I always use pure vanilla instead of imitation when baking.
- Flour - You will need all-purpose flour; measure carefully so you don't have a dry cake.
- Spice Cabinet - You will need baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to add rise and flavor to the cake.
- Apples - Granny Smith apples are great for cooking.
- Butter - Unsalted butter will help make your homemade caramel sauce.
- Heavy cream - This adds a rich and creamy flavor to your homemade caramel.
Adaptable recipe – make it your own!
- You can add chopped nuts to the batter for an extra crunch.
- Top with powdered sugar before serving, and serve the caramel sauce on the side.
- You can also add a cream cheese swirl to the cake batter if your family is a fan of cream cheese.
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Step by step: instructions
Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.
- Place brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla in a bowl and beat with a mixer until light.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Mix well.
- Stir dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until the flour disappears.
- Mix in apples well.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared bundt cake and bake until done.
- Make the caramel sauce while the cake is baking and let it cool down then drizzle over the cake.
Your questions answered: FAQs
Three medium-sized apples are about the equivalent of one pound, but it does depend on the size of your apples.
Yes, once the cake is done and cooled, leftover bundt cake has fresh apples, it should be kept in your refrigerator.
When it comes o baking with fresh apples, I've found that using a granny smith apple or a pink lady will give you the best results.
My notes
- Don't overmix the cake batter; overmixing can give you a tough, dry cake.
- This is a generous amount of caramel sauce (about 1 ¼ cups), I usually pour half of the mixture and serve the other on the side for anyone who wants more.
- If the caramel sauce still has clumps, strain through a fine mesh strainer when done.
- Time-saving tip: You can use store-bought caramel sauce, heat it up a little in the microwave, then pour it over the cake.
- The cake is done baking with a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake and comes out with a few moist crumbs. Don't overbake this cake.
- When it comes to baking cakes, I like to use baking spray or to grease and flour my 10-cup bundt pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
Storage
Storage - Store this cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If you don't have a cake plate, you can cover it tightly with plastic wrap to keep it fresh.
Freezing - You can also freeze this fresh apple cake; I like to freeze slices by wrapping them in plastic wrap and then placing the slices in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to three months, and thaw at room temperature for an hour before enjoying.
Reheating - If you prefer warm cake, microwave your slice for 20-30 seconds until it's warm.
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Make Ahead
- You can choose to make the homemade caramel sauce ahead of time. Just keep it in your refrigerator until you are ready to use it. The caramel sauce may thicken when chilled, so you can reheat it before pouring it over your apple bundt cake.
- To reheat the caramel sauce, you can put it in a microwave-safe dish and microwave in short bursts of 30 to 60 seconds stirring each time.
Perfect pairings: what to serve with
- Caramel apple bundt cake goes well with your favorite tea or coffee. Try it with this Karak tea, milk tea or creme brulee latte.
- If you are not adding the caramel sauce, you can choose to add a touch of Chantilly Cream or condensed milk ice cream.
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I think that there is something so elegant about a bundt cake! And they are great for all occasions because they can feed a crowd.
Let me know in the comments below if you tried this cake.
Caramel Apple Bundt Cake
Equipment
- 1 bundt cake pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup light brown sugar (135g)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
- 1¼ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 lb Granny Smith apples cored, peeled and diced
For the caramel sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- 6 Tablespoons butter unsalted
- ½ cup heavy cream
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch bundt pan.
- Place brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, oil, vanilla in a bowl and beat with an electric mixer until light.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Mix well.
- Stir dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until flour disappears and you get a consistent batter.
- Mix in apples then spoon the batter into the prepared bundt cake.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted int he middle comes out clean.
- Take cake out and let it cool down for 20 minutes.
Make the caramel sauce
- In a small saucepan over medium heat combine sugar and water. Stir a little to help dissolve.
- Cook until it gets bubbly, give it a couple of swirls then allow to cook until the mixture turns amber brown. Keep an eye on it so it will not burn.
- Remove from heat and carefully whisk in butter until butter disappears.
- Return the mixture back to low heat and slowly whisk in heavy cream, vanilla and salt.
- The mixture will get clumpy but do not worry. Keep stirring it on low and it will dissolve again.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Pour caramel over warm cake.
Notes
- This is a generous amount of caramel sauce (about 1 ¼ cup), I usually pour half of the mixture and serve the other on the side for anyone who wants more.
- If the caramel still has clumps simply strain through a fine mesh strainer when done.
- Time saving tip: You can use store bought caramel sauce, heat it up a little in the microwave then pour over the cake.
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