There’s something about the aroma of apple and cinnamon filling the kitchen that instantly feels like comfort. This apple-cinnamon walnut cake captures all the cozy flavors of fall in a tender bundt-style cake that’s perfect for sharing. Moist from applesauce and fresh chopped apples, and generously studded with crunchy walnuts, it strikes a balance between rustic simplicity and irresistible indulgence. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, enjoy a slice alongside afternoon tea, or bring it to a gathering—it’s the kind of cake that tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. Best of all, it keeps beautifully for several days, making it a reliable recipe for both everyday treats and special occasions.
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1⁄2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 cup vegetable oil
1⁄2 cup applesauce
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
2 cups walnuts, chopped
METHOD:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray Bundt pan with non-stick spray with flour and set pan aside.
Combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together and into a large mixing bowl. Add oil, applesauce, and eggs and stir until just combined. Add apples and nuts and gently stir into batter.
Pour batter into the prepared Bundt pan and spread evenly in the pan using a rubber spatula.
Bake at 350°F until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour.
Allow cake to cool for 15–20 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
GLAZE SUGGESTIONS:
Brown Sugar Glaze (Caramel-Style)
Rich and buttery with just the right touch of sweetness.
1/2 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons milk or cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
In a small saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together. Stir in milk and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat, add vanilla, and drizzle warm glaze over cooled cake.
Maple Glaze
A cozy, autumnal finish that enhances the apple flavors.
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Drizzle over cake once cooled.
Cream Cheese Glaze
Adds tang and creaminess for a bakery-style finish.
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Slowly whisk in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until pourable. Drizzle thickly over cake.
