Description
This Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of apples with warm cinnamon spices. Perfect for a quick treat or cozy dessert, this cake features chopped apples and walnuts folded into a tender batter, creating a delightful texture and taste that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup softened butter
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 and ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Sweeteners
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup dark brown sugar
Add-ins
- 1 ¼ cups chopped apples (peeled, approximately 2 medium apples)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round baking pan with non-stick spray or butter to ensure the cake releases easily after baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar. Beat them together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes. This step helps incorporate air for a tender crumb.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate. Then mix in the vanilla extract to add depth of flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly mixed. Gradually incorporate these dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a low mixer speed until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
- Fold In Apples and Walnuts: Gently fold the chopped peeled apples and walnuts into the batter, ensuring even distribution without overworking the mixture which can lead to a dense cake.
- Pour and Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean without any wet batter.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes to set, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the cake finish firming up and makes slicing easier.
- Serve: Once cooled, slice the cake into wedges and serve. For an extra indulgence, pair it with vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for a delightful treat.
Notes
- Peeling the apples helps achieve a smoother texture in the cake, but you can leave the peel on for added fiber and rustic texture if preferred.
- Use fresh walnuts and toast them lightly if desired to enhance their flavor before adding to the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter when adding dry ingredients, as this can make the cake tough.
- Check the cake starting at 40 minutes to avoid overbaking; oven temperatures vary.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This cake can be enjoyed as a breakfast treat, snack, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: apple cake, cinnamon cake, easy cake recipe, quick dessert, walnut apple cake, fall desserts
