Here’s a delicious recipe for a classic apple cake that is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 3 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 3-4 medium apples)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
For the Topping (optional):
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or a bundt pan.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
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Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined.
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Fold in Apples and Nuts: Gently fold in the chopped apples and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
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Prepare Topping (Optional): In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the batter in the pan.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream.
Enjoy!
This apple cake is perfect for dessert, a snack, or even breakfast. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of apples and cinnamon!