How to Make Apple Bundt Cake from Scratch

• Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, grease and flour your Bundt pan thoroughly. This ensures that the cake releases easily after baking and keeps its beautiful shape. I like using a baking spray that includes flour for extra insurance.
• In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat together:

  Mix until the blend is

  3 large eggs,

  2 cups granulated sugar,

  1 ½ cups vegetable oil,

  1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• In a separate bowl, whisk or sift together:

  Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until everything is incorporated. Be careful not to overmix—this can lead to a den

  3 cups all-purpose flour

  1 teaspoon baking soda

  1 teaspoon salt

  1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

  ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Now it’s time for the stars of the show:

  Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold these into the batter. The apples add moisture and bursts of natural sweetness, while the nuts brin

  1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

  3 cups peeled and finely diced apples
• Pour the batter evenly into your prepared Bundt pan. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed. Bake in the preheated oven for 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Once baked, remove the cake from the oven but leave it in the pan. Let it rest while you prepare the caramel glaze. This allows the cake to firm up and get ready to soak in that delicious buttery topping.