Description
Sweet aromas of cinnamon sugar apple cake waft through kitchens, promising comfort and warmth. Succulent apple pieces nestled in tender crumb create a homemade dessert that welcomes you to savor each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 0.5 cup (1 stick or 115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup (150g) packed light or dark brown sugar
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients and Toppings:
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup (120ml) sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (177C) and creating a non-stick surface in a 9-inch square baking pan using grease or parchment paper.
- Create a dry mixture by whisking flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon together in a medium mixing bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Develop a smooth wet base by combining melted butter and brown sugar, ensuring complete integration of ingredients.
- Enhance the wet mixture by incorporating egg, vanilla, and sour cream, whisking until the texture becomes uniform and glossy.
- Gently merge the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring carefully to prevent overmixing and maintain a light cake texture.
- Carefully fold chopped apples into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to create an even surface and prevent air pockets.
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping by mixing ingredients in a small bowl, then generously sprinkle across the entire cake surface.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, monitoring doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean when the cake is fully baked.
Notes
- Prevent apple browning by tossing chopped pieces in a little lemon juice to maintain fresh color and prevent oxidation.
- Use different apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for varied texture and balanced sweetness in the cake.
- Enhance moisture by not overmixing the batter, which can develop gluten and create a tough, dense cake texture.
- Customize dietary needs by substituting gluten-free flour blend, using plant-based butter, and replacing egg with a flax egg for vegan adaptation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 322
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 726 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg