Old Time Apple Cake

Transport your taste buds to a simpler time with this comforting Old Time Apple Cake—a classic dessert brimming with autumnal flavor and rustic charm. Made with freshly diced apples, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a tender crumb courtesy of melted butter and a hint of vanilla, this cake is as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfectly moist and speckled with optional chopped walnuts or pecans for a delightful crunch, this one-pan marvel comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time. Whether you dust it with powdered sugar, serve it with whipped cream, or pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this vintage-inspired apple cake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for gatherings or cozy nights in. Don’t miss out on this timeless dessert recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Apples, peeled and diced (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 15 minutes. Then, carefully remove it from the pan and let it cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1310.1 grams (1310.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3675

Total Fat 149.30g	191%
Saturated Fat 68.40g	342%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 2599mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 561.80g	204%
Dietary Fiber 23.60g	84%
Total Sugars 351.20g
Protein 49.90g	100%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 211mg	16%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1204mg	26%

*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: 35.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 59.3%