Apple Topped Cake

Elevate your dessert game with this delightful Apple Topped Cake—a perfect combination of light, buttery cake and sweet, spiced apples. This easy-to-make treat features a moist vanilla base that's beautifully complemented by a luscious topping of tender apple slices coated in brown sugar and cinnamon. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a bake time of 40 minutes, this homemade cake comes together effortlessly, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, afternoon tea, or a cozy dessert any day of the week. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a truly irresistible experience. This recipe for Apple Topped Cake is perfect for fall baking or whenever you're craving a comforting, fruit-filled dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Milk
• 2 medium Apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix just until combined.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

In a small bowl, toss the sliced apples with brown sugar and ground cinnamon.

Step 8

Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern on top of the cake batter. Dot the apples with small pieces of the 2 tablespoons of butter.

Step 9

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious Apple Topped Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1093.2 grams (1093.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2533

Total Fat 135.60g	174%
Saturated Fat 81.20g	406%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 709mg	236%
Sodium 2331mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 286.70g	104%
Dietary Fiber 16.60g	59%
Total Sugars 82.60g
Protein 45.90g	92%

Vitamin D 235IU	1175%
Calcium 428mg	33%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 1179mg	25%

*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: 47.8%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 45.0%