Description
This simple and delicious apple cake is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and a tender crumb, it combines sweet and spiced notes in every bite. Easy to prepare and bake, it’s ideal for home bakers seeking a classic apple treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla essence
- 3 cups Peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the cake evenly.
- Prepare the baking pan: Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan using vegetable oil or butter to prevent the cake from sticking after baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until they are well mixed to ensure even distribution throughout the batter.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light and frothy, then add the vegetable oil and vanilla essence. Mix well to combine the wet ingredients smoothly.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl containing dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix, which can make the cake dense.
- Fold in apples: Gently fold the peeled and chopped apples into the batter until they are evenly distributed, adding moisture and texture to the cake.
- Transfer to pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake the cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then invert it onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Enjoy the apple cake plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or served with a scoop of ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best flavor and texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
- Test doneness with a toothpick before removing the cake from the oven.
- Allow cake to cool slightly before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Optional toppings include powdered sugar, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.
