🍎🥧 Apple Pecan Cake with Caramel Glaze

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 — Preheat & Prepare Pan

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.

Step 2 — Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a bowl, whisk together:

   • flour

   • baking powder

   • baking soda

   • salt

   • cinnamon

   • nutmeg

Step 3 — Cream Butter and Sugar

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

3. Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 4 — Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with sour cream (or yogurt), starting and ending with dry ingredients.

2. Fold in chopped apples and pecans gently.

Step 5 — Bake the Cake

1. Pour batter into the prepared pan.

2. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

3. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 6 — Prepare Caramel Glaze

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar together, stirring until smooth.

2. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil for 1–2 minutes.

3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

4. Pour the glaze over the warm cake.

💡 Tips

• For extra flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding to the batter.

• Serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.