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Cinnamon Apple Cake

Cinnamon Apple Cake: Cozy Comfort for Autumn Gatherings

This Cinnamon Apple Cake, filled with ripe apples and fragrant cinnamon, is an easy recipe perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Peeled and diced firm apples Use Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
  • 1/2 cup Softened butter Room temperature for better texture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Dark brown sugar Light brown sugar can be substituted.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour Gluten-free blend can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts Omit for nut-free option.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan option.
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 scoop Vanilla ice cream Pairs well with the cake.
  • as needed Caramel sauce Drizzle for added sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Add in 2 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in the peeled and diced apples and 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 123mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, do not overmix and allow the cake to cool before serving.

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