Absolutely Easy Apple Cake

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this "Absolutely Easy Apple Cake," a simple yet delectable treat packed with warm cinnamon and tender apple chunks. This recipe is ideal for beginners and busy bakers alike, with only 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and butter. The moist, buttery batter is brought to life by the natural sweetness of diced apples, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance to every slice. Perfect for a cozy dessert, an afternoon snack, or even a brunch centerpiece, this apple cake bakes up golden and fragrant in just 35 minutes. Whether you're using it to showcase the season's freshest apples or looking for a crowd-pleaser to share, this easy apple cake is guaranteed to impress with its timeless flavors and effortless preparation.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.0 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 2 whole large eggs
• 1.0 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 whole medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the melted butter, whisking until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples gently with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it into an even layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1002.2 grams (1002.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2111

Total Fat 63.10g	81%
Saturated Fat 32.90g	165%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 507mg	169%
Sodium 1466mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 367.00g	133%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 209.80g
Protein 36.30g	73%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 294mg	23%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 943mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.0%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 67.3%