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Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake Recipe

Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake Recipe
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This Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake is a moist and delicious dessert featuring tender chunks of apples and warm cinnamon spice. Perfect for autumn or any cozy occasion, it uses simple pantry staples and fresh apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for a sweet-tart flavor. Topped with a caramelized brown sugar cinnamon crust, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s both straightforward to prepare and wonderfully versatile.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (preferably Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)

For the Topping

  • 2 tablespoons (25g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon (14g) unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal. Gather all ingredients before starting to avoid scrambling during mixing.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined. This step ensures a fluffy texture for the cake.
  3. Cream the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine and Fold: Alternately add the dry mixture and whole milk to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently just until combined to prevent toughness. Carefully fold in the diced apples with a spatula to distribute evenly.
  5. Add the Topping: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the surface. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter then sprinkle this topping evenly over the batter.
  6. Bake and Cool: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense, rubbery cake.
  • Allow the cake to cool properly before slicing to prevent crumbling.
  • Lining the pan with parchment paper helps with easy removal and cleanup.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for 5-7 days, or freeze slices for up to 2 months.
  • Variations include adding nuts, using gluten-free flour, making it vegan, or adding extra spices like nutmeg.

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Keywords: easy cinnamon apple cake, moist apple cake, cinnamon spiced cake, autumn dessert, simple apple cake recipe

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