Apple Cinnamon Cake
Indulge in the warmth of homemade apple cinnamon cake, where every bite is a delightful blend of tender apples and fragrant spices. Perfectly moist and irresistibly aromatic, this cake evokes fond memories of cozy family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time with vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture alternately with milk until just combined. Fold in diced apples gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To enhance moisture, consider adding an extra 1/4 cup of applesauce. For added texture, fold in some chopped nuts or raisins before baking. This cake also freezes well; wrap tightly for up to two months.