Description
This Best Apple Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of apples with cozy spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups peeled and chopped apples (mix of tart and sweet)
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and slicing or dicing.
- Mix the wet ingredients, whisking melted butter with sugars, then adding eggs, vanilla, and yogurt.
- Combine the dry ingredients by sifting flour, baking powder, soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add apples and nuts to the batter, folding gently.
- Bake in a greased pan at 350°F for 50-60 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Drizzle with caramel or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
This cake maintains its moistness for several days if stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal per slice
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 4 g