Apple Cake Recipe
This easy homemade Apple Cake Recipe yields a moist, cinnamon-spiced fall dessert that’s simple to bake and doubles as a sweet comfort food treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (King Arthur) spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon freshly ground for best flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional, adds warmth
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs, room temperature for fluffier texture
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (whole milk) or sour cream for extra moisture
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 medium apples (about 2 cups), peeled, cored, chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional for crunch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment. (Let the pan warm while you mix to keep batter from sticking.)
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended—this ensures an even rise and spice distribution.
- In a second bowl, beat eggs briefly, then stir in sugars, Greek yogurt, oil, and vanilla until smooth. No electric mixer required.
- Fold chopped apples and nuts into the wet mix, then pour into the bowl of dry. Mix until just combined—small lumps are okay.
- Scrape batter into the prepared pan. Bake 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
For a lighter twist, swap 1/2 cup of flour for whole wheat flour. Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal
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