Easy Apple Cake
Crafting the perfect Easy Apple Cake promises a moist, custard-like texture, enveloped in the warm embrace of apples and a whisper of cinnamon. This simple yet delicious recipe, ideal for bakers of all levels, combines the essence of fall with the sweetness of sugar and the richness of butter, creating a dessert that fills your home with the scent of autumn and leaves everyone craving just one more slice.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cooking Time
45 minutes
Servings
This recipe serves 8 people.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (256g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (9.8g)
- Eggs: 3 (large)
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended), peeled and finely chopped: 3 cups (roughly 3 medium apples)
- Milk: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Butter: 1/4 cup (56g)
- Powdered sugar for dusting: 1/4 cup (30g)
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously coat a baking pan with baking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, 1 cup of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder. Mix well.
- To the dry ingredients, add 3 eggs, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 3 cups of finely chopped apples. Stir until the batter is smooth and the apples are evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake cools slightly, warm 1/4 cup of milk and 1/4 cup of butter in a small saucepan until the butter melts. Mix in additional sugar if desired for extra sweetness.
- Drizzle this mixture over the slightly cooled cake, allowing it to soak in.
- For a final touch, dust the cake with 1/4 cup of powdered sugar before serving.
This Easy Apple Cake stands as a testament to the beauty of simplicity in baking. With its moist texture, rich apple flavor, and a hint of cinnamon, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion. The combination of tender cake with the dusting of powdered sugar makes every bite a delight. Ideal for bakers of all levels, this recipe is a foolproof way to bring the essence of fall into your kitchen and impress your guests.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Sugar: 30g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg