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Cinnamon Apple Cake Recipe

Cinnamon Apple Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this delicious Cinnamon Apple Cake. Moist and tender, this cake is filled with chunks of fresh apples and aromatic spices, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Additional:

  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
  • Optional powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Incorporate sour cream and dry ingredients: Stir in the sour cream until smooth, then gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in apples and bake: Gently fold in the chopped apples, spread the batter in the prepared pan, and bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor.
  • This cake pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

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