Johnny Appleseed Cake

Embrace the comforting flavors of fall with this irresistible Johnny Appleseed Cake, a moist and tender treat packed with warm spices and sweet apples. Featuring a wholesome blend of rolled oats, apple cider, and freshly diced apples, this cake captures the essence of cozy autumn desserts. A cinnamony aroma fills your kitchen as it bakes to golden perfection, and the finishing touch—a glossy apple cider glaze—adds just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply indulging alongside a cup of tea, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to become a seasonal favorite. With simple pantry staples and a prep time of just 20 minutes, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup apple cider
• 2 cups apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 0.75 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and apple cider. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Add the diced apples to the batter and gently stir until evenly distributed.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 8

While the cake cools, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of apple cider until smooth.

Step 9

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, then slice and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1797.1 grams (1797.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4868

Total Fat 165.30g	212%
Saturated Fat 97.30g	487%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 765mg	255%
Sodium 3539mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 825.50g	300%
Dietary Fiber 27.60g	99%
Total Sugars 559.00g
Protein 50.30g	101%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 332mg	26%
Iron 17mg	97%
Potassium 1615mg	34%

*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: 29.8%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 66.2%