Bourbon Apple Cider Cake takes the fall cake game to a whole new level. Think moist apple cake but with a generous splash of bourbon, because why not make dessert boozy? The rich, spiced apple cider marries perfectly with the warm, caramel notes of bourbon, creating a flavor explosion that’ll make your taste buds sing.
This cake isn’t just for the adults, but let’s be honest—it’s definitely more fun if it is. So, if you’re tired of the usual apple pie, this cake will spice things up. It’s fall comfort with a side of rebellion.
Bourbon Apple Cider Cake
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced apples
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-inch Bundt pan and set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Incorporate Apple Cider and Bourbon: Mix in apple cider, bourbon, and vanilla until combined.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Drizzle a bourbon glaze over the cooled cake for extra flavor.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
- Use a good-quality bourbon for the best taste.
Summary of the Recipe
A rich, moist apple cider cake infused with bourbon for an adult twist on a classic fall dessert.
Servings of the Recipe
This recipe makes 10 to 12 servings.
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
Approximately $15 to $18, depending on the bourbon quality.
Prep Time of the Recipe
Around 20 minutes.
Cook Time of the Recipe
50 to 55 minutes.
Total Time Taken to Prepare the Recipe
About 70 to 75 minutes.
Which Course Does This Recipe Come Under?
Dessert
Which Cuisine Does This Recipe Come Under?
American
Equipment Required in This Recipe
- Large mixing bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- 10-inch Bundt pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Whisk
Ingredients and Their Quantities Required in This Recipe
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced apples
Instructions in Steps
- Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-inch Bundt pan and set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Incorporate Apple Cider and Bourbon: Mix in apple cider, bourbon, and vanilla until combined.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Drizzle a bourbon glaze over the cooled cake for extra flavor.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
- Use a good-quality bourbon for the best taste.
This Bourbon Apple Cider Cake is your ultimate dessert when you want to impress with something a little different, and a lot delicious.
