Apple Baby Bundt Cakes

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons (10g) baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• 2 cups (280g) grated or chopped apples
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour 8 mini bundt cake molds or muffin tins.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
4. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in apples and walnuts, if desired.
5. Fill prepared molds 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow cakes to cool in their molds for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 baby bundt cake):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 220mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and tender
• Bursting with apple flavor
• Sweet and slightly tangy
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "These cakes were absolutely delicious! I loved the apple flavor and the moist texture."
• "I made these for a baby shower and they were a huge hit. They were easy to make and everyone raved about them."
• "I love that these cakes are made with apples. They're a healthier alternative to traditional bundt cakes."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and milk instead of dairy.
• If you don't have mini bundt cake molds, you can use muffin tins instead. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Serve these cakes with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra special treat.