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Apple Cake Recipe

Apple Cake Recipe


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4.8 from 28 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the deliciousness of this moist and flavorful Apple Cake. Perfect for fall baking, this easy dessert is a crowd-pleaser with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, studded with fresh apples and nuts.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

Additional:

  • 2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square baking pan.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
  4. Combine and Bake: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Fold in apples and nuts. Pour batter into pan, bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor.
  • This cake tastes even better the next day!
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg