Chipotle Apple Pecan Cake with Spicy Caramel Glaze

Indulge in the bold flavors of a Chipotle Apple Pecan Cake with Spicy Caramel Glaze—a dessert that masterfully balances sweet, smoky, and spicy notes. This moist bundt cake features tender bites of fresh apples, crunchy pecans, and a warm hint of chipotle powder, making it the ultimate autumn-inspired treat. The crowning glory is its luscious caramel glaze, infused with a touch of spice for an unexpected kick that amplifies the cake's rich flavors. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, this crowd-pleasing cake is a showstopper with its golden, glossy finish. Easy to make and bursting with seasonal ingredients, this dessert is sure to impress both the eye and the palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground chipotle powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Apple, peeled and finely diced
• 1 cups Pecans, chopped
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.25 cups Salted butter
• 0.75 cups Brown sugar, packed (for glaze)
• 0.25 teaspoons Chipotle powder (for glaze)
• 0.5 cups Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan or a similar-sized cake pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, chipotle powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, and mix just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples and chopped pecans using a spatula.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before turning it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the glaze, combine heavy cream, salted butter, and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a gentle boil, then let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chipotle powder. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth. Let the glaze cool slightly so it thickens but remains pourable.

Step 11

Drizzle the spicy caramel glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to run down the sides.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your Chipotle Apple Pecan Cake with Spicy Caramel Glaze!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1934.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5853.1

Total Fat 286.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1078.1mg	0%
Sodium 3494.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 786.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 559.0g
Protein 62.1g	0%

Vitamin D 203.3IU	0%
Calcium 693.5mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 2105.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 52.7%