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Cozy Apple Cider Cake with Brown Sugar Glaze: Easy Fall Dessert

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A tender, fragrant apple cider cake with a rich brown sugar glaze that seeps into every crevice. Perfect for cozy evenings, holiday brunches, or any time you need a warm, comforting dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) apple cider
  • 2 ½ cups (300 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • For the Brown Sugar Glaze:
  • ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup (56 g) unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or nonstick spray, then line the bottom with a parchment paper circle. Grease the parchment too.
  2. Reduce the apple cider: Pour 1 ½ cups (360 ml) of apple cider into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 12-15 minutes until reduced to about ¾ cup (180 ml). Set aside to cool.
  3. Whisk dry ingredients together: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 ½ cups (300 g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon ginger. Whisk until evenly distributed.
  4. Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar, and ½ cup (113 g) melted butter until smooth. Add 2 room-temperature eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  5. Add the reduced cider: Pour the cooled reduced cider into the wet mixture and whisk until combined.
  6. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use a rubber spatula to fold together gently until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour into prepared pan: Scrape the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly. Give the pan a gentle tap on the counter to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  9. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Then run a knife around the edges, invert onto the rack, remove the parchment, and let cool completely (about 1 hour).
  10. Make the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar, ¼ cup (56 g) unsalted butter, and 3 tablespoons (45 ml) heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Bring to a gentle boil and let bubble for 2 minutes, stirring continuously. Remove from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla and a pinch of salt. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  11. Glaze the cake: Place the cooled cake on a serving plate or wire rack with a baking sheet underneath. Pour the warm glaze over the center, then spread gently toward the edges. Let set for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Don’t skip reducing the cider—it concentrates flavor and removes excess moisture. Room temperature ingredients matter for even mixing. Let the cake cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from running off. Use a serrated knife for clean slices.

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