Apple Butter Spice Cake Recipe

Name: Apple Butter Spice Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CRUMB MIXTURE (DOUBLE FOR 9x13 CAKE):; 1/2 cups Light Brown Sugar, Packed; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoons Freshly Ground Nutmeg (or 1/4 Teaspoon Dried); 1/4 cups Finely Ground Pecans; FOR THE CAKE:; 2 cups All-purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1 teaspoon Baking Soda; 1/2 teaspoons Fine Sea Salt; 8 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Softenend; 1 cup Granulated Sugar; 2 Eggs, Beaten; 3/4 cups Apple Butter; 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract; 1/2 cups Wheat Germ Or Whole Bran Cereal; 1 cup Sour Cream

Servings: persons

FOR THE CRUMB MIXTURE (DOUBLE FOR 9x13 CAKE):
1/2 cups Light Brown Sugar, Packed
1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
1/8 teaspoons Freshly Ground Nutmeg (or 1/4 Teaspoon Dried)
1/4 cups Finely Ground Pecans
FOR THE CAKE:
2 cups All-purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoons Fine Sea Salt
8 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Softenend
1 cup Granulated Sugar
2 Eggs, Beaten
3/4 cups Apple Butter
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1/2 cups Wheat Germ Or Whole Bran Cereal
1 cup Sour Cream

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Prepare cake pan by spraying with a non-stick baking spray.
2
In a small bowl, combine ingredients for the crumb mixture together; set aside.
3
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
4
In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy and light in color. Add eggs and beat well. Add apple butter, vanilla, and wheat germ; beat well.
5
Add 1/3 of the reserved flour mixture, mix to incorporate. Add half of the sour cream, mix. Add another 1/3 flour mixture, mix. Add remaining sour cream, mix. Finish with the last of the flour mixture.
6
Pour about half of the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture on and top with remaining batter. Bake for 40-50 minutes.
7
Note: To make a 9x13 cake, double the ingredients for the crumb mixture. Pour half the batter into the pan, add half the crumb mixture, top with the remaining cake batter, and lastly, sprinkle the remaining half of the crumb mixture on top. Bake for about 40 minutes.

1263

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CRUMB MIXTURE (DOUBLE FOR 9x13 CAKE):, 1/2 cups Light Brown Sugar, Packed, 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoons Freshly Ground Nutmeg (or 1/4 Teaspoon Dried), and more.

Yes, Apple Butter Spice Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Butter Spice Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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