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Apple and Raisin Bundt Cake
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**Ingredients:**
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/2 cup raisins
– 2 medium apples, thinly sliced (preferably a firm variety like Honeycrisp or Gala)
– 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Bundt Pan:**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
– Grease a bundt pan thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray, ensuring all crevices are coated.
– Lightly flour the pan and tap out any excess flour.
2. **Prepare the Batter:**
– In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
– In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
– Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
– Add the sour cream (or yogurt) and milk, and beat until smooth.
– Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
– Gently fold in the raisins.
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3. **Assemble the Cake:**
– Pour half of the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
– Arrange a layer of apple slices on top of the batter.
– Pour the remaining batter over the apple slices.
– Arrange another layer of apple slices on top of the batter in a decorative pattern.
4. **Bake the Cake:**
– Place the bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
– Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
– Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
5. **Serve:**
– Once the cake has cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar.
– Slice and serve the cake, enjoying the moist texture and the flavors of apple and raisins.
This Apple and Raisin Bundt Cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a comforting combination of fruit and spices in a beautiful presentation!
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