Description
A moist and flavorful cinnamon apple cake perfect for fall, featuring tender diced apples and warm cinnamon spice, baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make dessert pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce and serves 9.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
Optional Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined and evenly distributed.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a mixer or by hand until the mixture is light and fluffy, providing a good base for the cake batter.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time to incorporate fully, then mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold the diced apples into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them down.
- Prepare for Baking: Spread the batter evenly into the greased 9×9-inch pan. If desired, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar topping evenly over the batter for added sweetness and texture.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully baked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with ice cream or caramel sauce.
Notes
- This cake pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for added richness.
- Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain moisture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
