Description
This Cinnamon Apple Cake Delight is a warm, spiced dessert perfect for fall. Featuring moist cake studded with diced apples and aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, this treat combines soft textures with a hint of crunch from optional walnuts or pecans. Easy to prepare and bake, it’s an ideal dessert to share any time of year.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
Add-ins
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan and Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture in the cake.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure proper incorporation, then mix in the vanilla extract and the Greek yogurt or sour cream to add moisture and a slight tanginess.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cake tough.
- Fold in Apples and Nuts: Carefully fold in the diced apples and, if using, the chopped walnuts or pecans, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with a glaze or powdered sugar.
Notes
- This cake is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
- You can top it with a simple glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days to keep fresh longer.