Granny Smith Cake

Delightfully moist and bursting with the tart-sweet flavors of fresh fruit, this Granny Smith Cake is the ultimate autumn-inspired dessert. Made with diced Granny Smith apples folded into a warmly spiced cinnamon batter, this cake offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess in every bite. The combination of granulated and brown sugars adds richness, while a hint of vanilla enhances the comforting flavors. Baked to golden perfection and optionally dusted with powdered sugar, this easy-to-make cake is ideal for sharing at family gatherings or serving as a standalone treat with a cup of coffee or tea. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a beautiful homemade texture, this apple dessert will become a go-to favorite for showcasing seasonal apples in a simple yet indulgent way. Perfect for highlighting keywords like “Granny Smith apple desserts,” “easy cinnamon apple cake,” and “fall baking recipes”!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 medium Granny Smith apples
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray and lightly dust with flour. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel, core, and dice the Granny Smith apples into small chunks. Set them aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and both granulated sugar and brown sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Fold the diced Granny Smith apples into the batter gently using a spatula.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1643.3 grams (1643.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3996

Total Fat 117.00g	150%
Saturated Fat 62.70g	314%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 817mg	272%
Sodium 2386mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 707.90g	257%
Dietary Fiber 24.00g	86%
Total Sugars 448.20g
Protein 56.60g	113%

Vitamin D 177IU	883%
Calcium 448mg	34%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 1464mg	31%

*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: 25.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 68.9%