Fresh Apple Cake – A Perfectly Moist Fall Dessert with Delicious Apple Flavor!

Introduction

Nothing says fall quite like the warm aroma of fresh apples baking in a cake. Ella Chef brings you a Fresh Apple Cake recipe that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. This cake is incredibly moist, bursting with chunks of tender apples, and flavored with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. It’s the ultimate dessert to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea on a crisp autumn day. Whether for a cozy family gathering or a special fall celebration, this cake is sure to become a favorite. It’s simple, delicious, and packed with apple goodness.

Fresh Apple Cake

This moist and delicious fresh apple cake is filled with chunks of tender apples and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. It’s the perfect fall dessert for any occasion!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 minute min

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 290

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup apples, peeled and chopped about 2 medium apples
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and chopped apples until combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This Fresh Apple Cake is perfect on its own or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s a must-try dessert for fall lovers!

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How to Make the Recipe

1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Add milk, vanilla, and apples: Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and chopped apples until well combined.
5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion

This Fresh Apple Cake is a wonderfully moist and flavorful fall dessert. With tender apples, warm spices, and a light, fluffy texture, it’s perfect for any occasion. Serve it as is, or top it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence. A slice of this cake is like enjoying the best parts of autumn in every bite!