The Best Fresh Apple Cake

Discover the ultimate comfort dessert with *The Best Fresh Apple Cake*, a moist and tender treat that's bursting with autumn flavors. Packed with three full cups of freshly diced apples and spiced with warm cinnamon, this cake delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice in every bite. A hint of vanilla enhances the richness, while optional chopped pecans add a satisfying crunch. Perfect for family gatherings or holiday celebrations, this easy-to-make cake comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection. Serve it simply with a dusting of powdered sugar or pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible finish. Whether you're baking for a crowd or enjoying it as an indulgent snack, this fresh apple cake is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 units Large eggs
• 0.75 cups Vegetable oil
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups Fresh apples, peeled and diced
• 0.75 cups Chopped pecans (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a whisk. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 9

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar (optional) before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1676.1 grams (1676.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4940

Total Fat 235.40g	302%
Saturated Fat 32.90g	165%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.80g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 2688mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 700.20g	255%
Dietary Fiber 32.70g	117%
Total Sugars 476.40g
Protein 53.90g	108%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 349mg	27%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 1623mg	35%

*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: 41.3%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 54.5%