Name: Apple Pecan Cake With Caramel Glaze
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup granulated sugar; ½ cup brown sugar; 1 cup vegetable oil; 3 large eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best); 1 cup chopped pecans; ½ cup unsalted butter; 1 cup brown sugar; ¼ cup milk or heavy cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
1 cup chopped pecans

For the Caramel Glaze:

½ cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
¼ cup milk or heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Step 1:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or a bundt pan to prevent sticking.

Step 2:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil. Mix until well blended. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4:

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5:

Fold in the diced apples and chopped pecans. The batter will be thick—this is normal and helps create a dense, moist cake.

Step 6:

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Step 7:

Bake for 40–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8:

While the cake is baking, prepare the caramel glaze. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar and milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.

Step 9:

Once the cake is done, allow it to cool slightly (about 10–15 minutes), then pour the warm caramel glaze evenly over the cake.

Notes

Use fresh, firm apples to prevent the cake from becoming mushy.
Avoid overmixing the batter, as it can make the cake dense.
Toast the pecans beforehand for enhanced flavor.

Pour glaze while the cake is still warm for better absorption.