Warm Apple Cider Cake with Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Name: Warm Apple Cider Cake with Pumpkin Seed Brittle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups apple cider, preferably fresh; 1/3 cup bourbon; 1/3 cup dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup dark corn syrup; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 cinnamon stick; 1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 3/4 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons apple cider; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1/4 cup bourbon; 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 3/4 cup dark brown sugar; 1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped; 2 large eggs; Vanilla Ice Cream, for serving; Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Servings: persons

4 cups apple cider, preferably fresh
1/3 cup bourbon
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
1 cup heavy cream
1 3/4 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons apple cider
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 cup bourbon
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
2 large eggs
Vanilla Ice Cream, for serving
Pumpkin Seed Brittle

1
In a saucepan, combine the cider, bourbon, brown sugar, corn syrup, vinegar, cinnamon stick and vanilla bean and seeds; bring to a boil.
2
Simmer for 10 minutes, then add the cream.
3
Cook over moderately high heat until reduced to about 1 cup, about 25 minutes.
4
Transfer to a pitcher; let cool slightly.
5
Discard the vanilla bean and cinnamon stick.
6
Preheat the oven to 350.
7
Butter and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
8
Line the bottom with parchment paper; butter and flour the paper.
9
In a bowl, whisk the flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda.
10
In a glass measuring cup, mix the apple cider with the canola oil and bourbon.
11
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter until creamy.
12
Add the brown sugar and vanilla seeds and beat until smooth.
13
Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well between additions.
14
Beat in the dry ingredients in 3 batches, alternating with the cider-bourbon mixture, until smooth.
15
Spread two-thirds of the batter in the prepared cake pan.
16
Drizzle half of the cider sauce over the batter.
17
Dollop the remaining batter on top, then spread the batter over the cider sauce, being careful not to mix them together.
18
Bake the cake in the center of the oven for about 40 minutes, or until springy when touched.
19
Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then turn the cake out onto a wire rack and let cool for 15 minutes.
20
Peel off the parchment paper.
21
Rewarm the remaining cider sauce.
22
Cut the cake into wedges and serve warm with vanilla ice cream, Pumpkin Seed Brittle and the cider sauce.

1267

kcal

Calories

Fat

168

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.
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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups apple cider, preferably fresh, 1/3 cup bourbon, 1/3 cup dark brown sugar, 1/4 cup dark corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Warm Apple Cider Cake with Pumpkin Seed Brittle 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!