Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake
Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake is a warm and inviting dessert that fills your home with the delightful aroma of baked apples and cinnamon. This fluffy cake, studded with tender apple chunks, is not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough to be enjoyed as a breakfast treat or a comforting dessert. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or enjoy it plain; either way, it’s bound to be a hit with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), diced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture along with the vanilla extract until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added texture, mix in chopped walnuts or pecans. - Enhance flavor by sprinkling nutmeg alongside the cinnamon. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.