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Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake

Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake That Feels Like Home

Enjoy this irresistible Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake, capturing the warmth of autumn with cozy flavors and simple ingredients.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use whole wheat for a nuttier flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for the best results!
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Balances acidity and enhances leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Elevates all the flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to your taste!
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Adds rich moisture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens your cake.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds your ingredients.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness and depth.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk or Buttermilk Using buttermilk gives added richness.
  • 2 cups Peeled and Diced Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work beautifully!
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cinnamon topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Toss in a bit more if you're a cinnamon lover!
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted) Adds moisture and richness.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round or square cake pan
  • medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Instructions for Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased and floured 9-inch cake pan.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the melted butter and sugar together, then beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk or buttermilk, and fold in the apples.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, mix the topping ingredients, sprinkle over the batter, and drizzle with melted butter.
  6. Bake for about 35-40 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent treat.

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