✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
This Cinnamon Apple Cake is pure autumn comfort any time of the year! 🍁🍎 With tender chunks of apple, a warm cinnamon aroma, and a soft, buttery crumb, it’s perfect for afternoon coffee, brunch gatherings, or a cozy dessert everyone will ask for again!
📋 Prep Time: 20 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: None
⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Servings: 10
🔥 Calories per Serving: 320 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
- 🍚 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🥄 1 tsp baking soda
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🍏 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 🥚 1 large egg
- 🧈 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 🍶 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🥄 1 tsp ground cinnamon
➤ For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 🍬 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🥄 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square baking pan. 🧈
2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour 🍚, sugar 🍬, baking soda 🥄, salt 🧂, and cinnamon 🥄.
3️⃣ Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, beat the egg 🥚, then add melted butter 🧈 and vanilla extract 🍶. Stir until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine Everything:
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in the chopped apples 🍏 gently.
5️⃣ Assemble and Top:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Mix together the cinnamon sugar topping 🍬🥄 and sprinkle evenly over the top.
6️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 🔥
7️⃣ Cool and Serve:
Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature. 🍰
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Filled with juicy apple chunks and cozy cinnamon flavor 🍎
- Super moist texture — never dry! 💧
- Simple ingredients you already have in your kitchen 🏡
- Perfect for coffee breaks, dessert tables, or gifting! 🎁
🔥 Helpful Tips
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for deeper flavor 🍏🍎.
- Don’t overmix the batter — gentle folding keeps it tender!
- Add a handful of chopped walnuts 🌰 or pecans for a delightful crunch.
- Dust with a little powdered sugar before serving for an extra-pretty touch! ✨
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