Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake
Indulge in the warmth of this easy cinnamon apple cake, where tender, juicy apples meet a cozy blend of cinnamon. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is simple to prepare yet boasts a delightful flavor that will impress your guests. With its golden brown crust and sweet apple chunks, it’s the ideal dessert to enjoy after dinner or during a cozy family gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
- 2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Cinnamon sugar mixture (1 tbsp sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs, then mix in the oil and vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed—do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (96g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in nuts or raisins. Substitute some all-purpose flour with almond flour for a nutty twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.