Description
Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of Spiced Apple Cake, where tender apples meet aromatic cinnamon in a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. Each slice evokes nostalgic memories of family gatherings, filling your home with an irresistible scent. Whether served as a sweet treat or a breakfast option, this cake is sure to become a beloved favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith), chopped
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Fold in the dry ingredients, then gently incorporate the chopped apples and nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg