Description
This delightful Apple Cake recipe is a perfect treat for any time of the year. Moist, flavorful, and easy to make, it’s a great dessert option that’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 3 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2–3 apples)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- For the glaze (optional): 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1–2 tablespoons milk, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix Batter: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chopped apples and nuts (if using).
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Glaze: Let cool slightly before drizzling with glaze. To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the warm cake if desired.
Notes
- This cake is extra moist and flavorful the next day.
- Best served warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
