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Recipe Information
- Author: deesviral
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugar until combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the milk until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apples, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes before removing it from the pan.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
- Serve warm on its own or with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
- Enjoy with whipped cream.
- Pair with coffee or hot tea.
- Add a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings.
Storage
Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Warm individual slices for a few seconds before serving for the best texture.
Tips for Success
- Choose firm baking apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the batter before baking for a crisp topping.
- Let the cake cool slightly before slicing for cleaner pieces.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Easy Apple Cinnamon Cake combines soft, buttery cake with juicy apples and warm cinnamon for a comforting homemade dessert that’s simple enough for everyday baking yet special enough for holidays and family gatherings.
