Here’s a classic Apple Cake recipe — moist, spiced, and full of apple flavor! 🍎🍰
Apple Cake
Servings: 8–10
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
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2 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
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Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
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Optional: ½ cup raisins
Instructions:
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Preheat oven:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan (or 10-inch round pan).
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Mix dry ingredients:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
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Cream butter and sugar:
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients:
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Mix in sour cream.
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Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
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Gently fold in chopped apples, and nuts/raisins if using.
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Bake:
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Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool and serve:
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Let cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
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Tips & Variations:
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🍏 Apple types: Use Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness.
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🌰 Extra crunch: Top with a streusel of brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon before baking.
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🥛 Moisture boost: Add ¼ cup applesauce for extra moistness.
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🍨 Serving idea: Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
If you want, I can also give a quick one-bowl apple cake recipe that’s super easy and perfect for busy days. Do you want that version?
