Description
Savor pure autumn comfort with this homemade Cinnamon Apple Cake, brimming with warm spices and tender fruit. Delightful crumbs meld sweet apples and rich cinnamon, promising a delectable slice of seasonal bliss you’ll cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (300 g) apples, peeled and diced
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Baking and Topping:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coating a 9-inch cake pan with grease to prevent sticking.
- Create a dry ingredient foundation by whisking flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt in a medium mixing bowl until perfectly integrated.
- Develop a creamy base by vigorously beating softened butter with granulated sugar until the mixture transforms into a light, airy texture. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring complete blending after each addition, then introduce vanilla extract for depth of flavor.
- Construct the cake batter by gradually introducing dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Gently fold diced apples throughout the batter, distributing them evenly without overmixing.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, creating a smooth surface. Generously sprinkle brown sugar across the top, which will create a delectable caramelized crust during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and the cake develops a golden-brown exterior.
- Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, which helps it settle and prevents crumbling. Carefully transfer to a wire cooling rack, letting it reach room temperature before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Select firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for maximum flavor contrast and structural integrity during baking.
- Allow butter and eggs to reach room temperature before mixing to ensure smoother, more even cake texture and better ingredient integration.
- Dust apple pieces with a light coating of flour before folding into batter to prevent sinking and ensure even distribution throughout the cake.
- For gluten-free adaptation, replace all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and add an extra teaspoon of baking powder to maintain proper rise and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg