Introduction
There’s something magical about the combination of apples and warm spices that makes apple cider cake the ultimate fall dessert. The sweet, tangy apple cider, combined with the cozy warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg, creates a cake that’s both comforting and full of seasonal flavor. Lina Vexley brings you this irresistible recipe for a Warm Apple Cider Cake, perfect for chilly fall days when you want a comforting treat with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving, a fall gathering, or just a cozy weekend dessert, this cake will fill your home with the comforting scents of autumn and warm your heart with every bite.

Warm Apple Cider Cake
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- 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.
- Stir in the apple cider and vanilla extract until smooth and well-combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 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
Notes
How to Make the Recipe
- 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 to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add cider and vanilla: Stir in the apple cider and vanilla extract until smooth and well-combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cake light.
- 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, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Conclusion
This Warm Apple Cider Cake is the perfect cozy dessert for fall. With its rich, spiced flavors and moist texture, it’s the ideal treat for any fall gathering, Thanksgiving celebration, or just a cozy afternoon at home. Serve it as is or top it with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Every bite will bring the comforting taste of autumn right to your table!