Cinnamon Apple Cake Delight
Cinnamon Apple Cake Delight is a warm, comforting dessert that beautifully marries the sweet juiciness of apples with the aromatic spice of cinnamon. With its moist texture and rich flavor, this cake is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Each slice offers not just a treat for your taste buds but also evokes nostalgic memories of cozy times spent in the kitchen. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Then beat in the eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until smooth. Fold in the diced apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing. Serve warm with ice cream for an extra treat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute apples with pears or add nuts for added crunch. For a gourmet touch, drizzle caramel sauce on top or sprinkle powdered sugar before serving.