Description
Cinnamon Apple Cake is a moist and fragrant dessert that combines tender chunks of fresh apples with a warm cinnamon flavor, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk, until just combined. Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Pour and Top: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and sprinkle brown sugar on top.
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or raisins.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g