For enhanced flavor, soak the dried apples in warm water or apple cider for 30 minutes before chopping. Toasting the pecans and coconut brings out their nutty flavors and adds a delightful crunch. If homemade apple butter isn't available, use a high-quality store-bought variety. The cake tastes even better the next day, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Dried Apple Stack Cake
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS13
Experience the comforting embrace of autumn with this delightful stack cake. Layers of spiced cake intertwine with the rich flavors of dried apples, crunchy pecans, toasted coconut, and tart currants, all brought together by a smooth apple butter 'icing'. A true celebration of fall's bounty in every bite!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate66 g
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Cholesterol67 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium378 mg
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Sugar48 g
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
In a large bowl, combine the spice cake mix, dried apples, pecans, coconut, currants, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until just combined – do not overmix. (10 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. (2 minutes)
04
Step
30 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. (25-30 minutes)
05
Step
10 mins
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)
06
Step
10 mins
Once the cakes are completely cool, use a long serrated knife to carefully split each cake layer horizontally into four even sections. (10 minutes)
07
Step
15 mins
Spread a generous layer of apple butter between each cake layer, stacking them one on top of the other. (15 minutes)
08
StepOnce the cake is fully assembled, gently press down on the top layer to ensure even distribution. You can optionally spread a thin layer of apple butter over the top of the cake for a rustic finish.
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Tessie Hermann
Jun 24, 2025I was a bit hesitant to use a cake mix, but the other ingredients really elevated this recipe. I will definitely be making this again!
Earnest Rohan
Jun 22, 2025The instructions were easy to follow, and the cake turned out beautifully. The only thing I changed was adding a pinch of cinnamon to the cake batter.
Edgar Lueilwitz
Jun 5, 2025This cake was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving gathering! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and the apple butter was the perfect touch.