Our “Apple Spice Cake with Bourbon Glaze” is a decadent dessert that celebrates the warm and cozy flavors of fall. If you’re an apple enthusiast like me, you’ll find it incredibly tempting and totally irresistible. It’s a great combo of moist, fragrant apple spice cake and sweet, boozy bourbon glaze. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or even just because ��� coz you know, cake o’clock is every o’clock!
I’m certain you’d dig it because of the amazing texture and taste. But more than that, it fills your home with an enticing aroma that magically brings everyone to the kitchen. It’s like a warm and cozy fall hug in a cake form, y’all!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes cooling time)
- Servings: 10 generous slices
- Yield: One 10-inch cake
So, are you willing to take your fall baking to next level of awesome? Let’s dive into the deets of this extra-delicious Apple Spice Cake with Bourbon Glaze.
Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need
- 3 large apples
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Equipment: Mixer, baking pan, oven, saucepan, whisk
The cinnamon and cloves combo is what gives this apple spice cake the classic autumnal touch. And molasses, my friends, is the secret to a moist and flavorful cake. Now, the bourbon glaze, oh la la! It’s sweet, it’s boozy, it���s freakin��� delightful!
Don’t have bourbon on hand? No biggie! You can substitute it with apple juice or any apple-flavored liqueur. However, remember the bourbon takes this cake from great to extraordinary!
How To Make Apple Spice Cake with Bourbon Glaze
- First up, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and grease your pan. Peel, core and chop the apples into small chunks.
- Combine the flour, cinnamon, and cloves in a bowl. Beat the butter, sugar, and molasses in a mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, then add the flour mixture alternately with bourbon, ending with the flour.
- Stir in the apples and baking soda. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, make the glaze by combining sugar and bourbon in a saucepan over Medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens.
- Once the cake is out of the oven, pour the glaze over while it’s still warm. Cool in the pan for about 30 minutes and voila! Your Apple Spice Cake with Bourbon Glaze is ready to steal the show.
Tips For The Best Results
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature before you start.
- Cook the glaze until it reduces to half, it intensifies the flavor.
Storage Tips
- Stored in an airtight container, the cake will keep for a few days at room temperature.
- You can also freeze individual slices for up to a month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use a different type of alcohol for the glaze?
A: Absolutely, feel free to use rum or brandy too.
Q: Can this cake be made gluten-free?
A: Sure, you can substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour mix.
Q: Is there a non-alcoholic version of this cake?
A: Replacing the bourbon with apple juice in both the cake and the glaze works just fine.
Q: What type of apples work best for this cake?
A: I recommend using Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for their texture and flavor.
Q: Can I make this into cupcakes?
A: Definitely, adjust the baking time accordingly.
Nutritional Facts of Apple Spice Cake with Bourbon Glaze
Per serving: 400 calories; protein 4.3g; carbohydrates 50.3g; fat 18.0g; cholesterol 73.1mg; sodium 165.5mg.
In conclusion, this Apple Spice Cake with Bourbon Glaze is a show-stopping dessert that’s sure to impress for any occasion. It’s incredibly flavorful, not too sweet, and has a perfect balance of spice and boozy goodness. So get in there and give it a whirl, I have an inkling that you and your peeps are gonna love it. Happy baking, peeps!
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