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Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake

Cozy Up with Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake Perfect for Fall

This Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake is a delightful dessert perfect for fall, quick to prepare and filled with the inviting aroma of cinnamon and fresh apples.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Brown sugar or honey can enhance flavor.
  • 2 tsp baking powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon Adjust to spice preference.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil Can swap with melted butter or applesauce.
  • 2 large eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Optional for extra flavor.
  • 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced Can switch for pears or berries.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
  4. Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. After baking, cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This cake is a versatile dessert that can be tailored to your taste preferences with different fruits or sweetness levels.

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