Description
Delightful Cinnamon Apple Cake weaves warmth and nostalgia into each delectable slice, bringing family memories to the table. Homemade comfort emerges through layers of sweet apples, fragrant spices, and tender crumb that invite you to savor pure seasonal happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Spices and Optional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F (175°C) and meticulously coating a 9×13-inch baking pan with grease and flour to prevent sticking.
- Create a harmonious dry ingredient blend by whisking together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium mixing vessel.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes airy and voluminous, incorporating eggs individually and ensuring thorough integration after each addition. Introduce vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Carefully incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and gently mix until a smooth, cohesive batter forms without overmixing.
- Tenderly fold diced apples and optional nuts into the batter, distributing them evenly to ensure a balanced distribution of fruit and potential crunch throughout the cake.
- Transfer the prepared batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface to create an even layer, and place in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until a inserted toothpick emerges clean and the cake achieves a golden-brown perfection.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, permitting the internal structure to set and flavors to meld, before slicing and presenting this delectable dessert.
Notes
- Adjust apple varieties like Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness, enhancing overall flavor complexity.
- Consider toasting chopped nuts before adding to batter for deeper, richer nutty undertones.
- Reduce sugar by 25% and substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier, more nutritious version of the classic dessert.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar or drizzle caramel glaze just before serving to elevate presentation and add extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg