Cinnamon Apple Cake
Cinnamon Apple Cake is a comforting and delicious dessert that brings warmth to any gathering. With tender apples and the aromatic spice of cinnamon, this cake is perfect for cozy afternoons or festive occasions. Easy to prepare, it can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or saved for later. Your family and friends will surely cherish this delightful treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 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
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease 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 until fluffy, then gradually mix in the sugar.
- Add eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in chopped apples.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing sweet and tart apples. - You can replace apples with pears for a different twist. - Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of nutmeg.