Fall Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake Recipe

Bake a cozy apple cinnamon bundt cake with fresh apples, warm spices, & a sweet glaze. Easy fall recipe for dessert, brunch, or Thanksgiving! Make one today.

Fall just feels cozy, doesn’t it? 🍁 The air gets crisp, the leaves change, and suddenly you’re craving apples, cinnamon, and all things baked. That’s where this yummy apple cinnamon bundt cake comes in. It’s the perfect mix of sweet apples, warm spices, and a soft cake that makes your whole house smell amazing.

And honestly… it kind of doubles as breakfast. Because, you know, it has fruit in it. That makes it healthy, right? 😉

What is Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake?

This cake is all about fall flavors baked into one pretty bundt pan. It’s moist, fluffy, and packed with apples and cinnamon chips. Then, it gets topped with a buttery brown sugar glaze that soaks right in.

The best part? You don’t need fancy ingredients. Just simple pantry staples plus some fresh apples. It’s the kind of dessert that looks impressive but is secretly super easy. 🙌

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Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Apple Cake:

• 3/4 cup oil
• 3/4 cup applesauce
• 2 cups white sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups chopped apples (I love Honeycrisp, but you can use your favorite apples!)
• 1 cup cinnamon chips
• 3 cups all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

For the Topping:

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

How to Make the Apple Bundt Cake

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. Grease using butter or a non-stick spray and flour a bundt pan (this helps the cake pop out nicely).
3. In a large bowl, mix oil, applesauce, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon until fluffy with an electric mixer on medium speed.
4. Fold in the chopped apples and cinnamon chips.
5. Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until smooth.
6. Pour the cake batter into your prepared bundt pan.
7. Bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes. A toothpick should come out clean.
8. While the cake bakes, make the topping. Combine butter, brown sugar, milk, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Boil for 2 minutes.
9. When the cake is done and golden brown, pour the topping over it while warm.
10. Let it cool 30 minutes before removing from the pan.

Serve it with ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce or syrup. Or sneak a slice for breakfast with coffee—no judgment here. ☕🍰

Where to Share This Cake

This recipe is great for:

• Thanksgiving dessert tables 🦃
• Fall potlucks
• School bake sales
• A neighborly gift (because nothing says “I like you” like cake)
• Sunday brunch with the family
• Apple season

It’s one of those cakes that makes people say, “Wow, did you make this from scratch?!” and you just smile and nod.

Variations to Try

Want to switch it up? Here are a few fun twists:

• Add in some other spices like nutmeg, ginger, cloves, etc.
• Swap cinnamon chips for butterscotch or chocolate chips.
• Use pears instead of apples for a new flavor.
• Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
• Dust with powdered sugar instead of glaze for a lighter finish.
• Stir in dried cranberries for extra fall vibes. 🍂

Storage and Make Ahead Tips

This moist cake keeps well! Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. You can also refrigerate it for up to 5 days.

Want to make it ahead? Bake the cake, let it cool, and wrap it tightly with plastic wrap. Freeze for up to 2 months. Just thaw overnight and add the glaze before serving. Easy peasy.

Common Questions

What kind of apples work best?
Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji are great. You want something with sweetness and crispness. But if you prefer Granny Smith Apples, go for it!

Can I make this without a bundt pan?
Yes! A 9×13 pan works fine, just adjust the bake time to around 45-50 minutes.

Can I skip the cinnamon chips?
Totally. The cake will still be delicious, just less “spicy-sweet.” Consider adding some extra cinnamon if you do!

How do I know the cake is done?
Stick a toothpick in. If it comes out clean, you’re good to go.

Is it more of a dessert or breakfast cake?
Honestly, both. Serve it after dinner or with coffee in the morning. No rules here.

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Final Thoughts

This apple cinnamon bundt cake is the kind of cozy recipe with warm flavors you’ll want to bake all season long. It’s simple, full of fall flavor, and makes your home smell amazing. So grab those apples, dust off your bundt pan, and make one today for the perfect dessert. 🍎

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More yummy fall recipes to try:

• Pumpkin Scones
• Mother Goose Popcorn
• Peach Lemonade
• Caramel Apple Cookies
• Caramel Apple Amish Friendship Bread
• Apple Crisp
• Caramel Apple Skewers
• Pumpkin Pie Cookies

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