Apple Scone Cake

Experience the perfect blend of rustic charm and comfort with this Apple Scone Cake, a delightful mashup of a tender scone and a soft, fruit-studded cake. Bursting with juicy diced apple and warm notes of cinnamon, this easy-to-make treat is balanced with a hint of sweetness, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a simple technique of folding ingredients together, this recipe shines in its simplicity while delivering impressive results. The buttery crumble-like texture and golden-brown finish pair beautifully with a dusting of powdered sugar, a dollop of cream, or a drizzle of honey. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this cozy apple-infused cake will have your kitchen smelling like fall in no time. Perfect for sharing, this scone cake serves eight and will become a new family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes, then use your fingers or a pastry blender to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the diced apple to the flour mixture and gently toss to coat the apple pieces with the flour. This will help distribute the apple evenly throughout the batter.

Step 5

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly thick and rustic.

Step 7

Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with the spatula. Smooth the top, if necessary.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the scone cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature with a dollop of cream or a drizzle of honey!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	744.6 grams (744.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1821

Total Fat 61.10g	78%
Saturated Fat 32.00g	160%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 355mg	118%
Sodium 2698mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 289.00g	105%
Dietary Fiber 12.30g	44%
Total Sugars 90.40g
Protein 36.50g	73%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 745mg	16%

*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: 29.7%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 62.4%