Description
This Cinnamon Apple Cake Delight is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for fall. It combines tender chunks of tart apples with warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices, creating a comforting treat that’s easy to bake and sure to impress. Ideal for cozy gatherings or a sweet everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Fruits and Nuts
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light, fluffy, and smooth.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure they are fully incorporated. Then add the vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until no flour streaks remain, being careful not to overmix for a tender cake.
- Fold in Apples and Nuts: Gently fold in the peeled and diced apples. If using, also fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans to add crunch and flavor.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a vanilla glaze before serving.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple vanilla glaze.
- Tart apples such as Granny Smith work best to balance sweetness and add a pleasant tang to the cake.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier alternative.
- Chopped walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch, but you can omit them for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
