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Cinnamon Apple Cake

Moist Cinnamon Apple Cake for Cozy Fall Evenings

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Cinnamon Apple Cake, a must-try dessert for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups Plain Flour Essential for structure
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens both cake and filling
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best flavor
  • 2 Large Eggs Consider flax eggs for vegan
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with vegetable oil
For the Apple Mixture
  • 3 cups Fresh Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Combine with cinnamon for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Reinforces warm spice notes
  • 2 tablespoons Flour (optional) Helps absorb juices
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can use dark brown for deeper flavor
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Mix with sugar and cinnamon
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or Cream Adjusts glaze consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Pan
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the apple filling by combining granulated sugar, cinnamon, and flour in a bowl. Toss diced apples in the mixture and let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Make the topping by blending brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until combined; set aside.
  3. In a new bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add milk, vanilla, and eggs, mixing until combined. Drizzle in melted butter and mix gently.
  4. Fold the apple mixture into the cake batter until incorporated.
  5. Line baking pan with parchment, pour in batter, dollop topping, and swirl with a knife.
  6. Bake at 320°F for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 20 minutes.
  7. Make glaze by whisking powdered sugar and milk/cream until smooth; set aside.
  8. Pour glaze over warm cake and let it set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge.

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