Description
Indulge in the warmth of this cinnamon apple cake, a perfect blend of tender apples and fragrant spices. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that fills your kitchen with delightful aromas, making it ideal for autumn gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With its moist texture and enticing flavor, each slice promises to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold the diced apples into the wet mixture.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 95g)
- Calories: 269
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg