The Ultimate Apple Cake Recipe
Apple cake is an incredibly delicious and versatile dessert. It goes great with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. It can be served at any time of the day, from breakfast to dessert. This recipe is sure to be an absolute hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients You'll Need
To make this amazing apple cake you will need: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 2 large eggs, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 3 cups of peeled and diced apples.
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Add the diced apples and mix until everything is combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
The Secret Ingredient Revealed
The secret ingredient that makes this apple cake so delicious is a pinch of nutmeg! It adds a nice depth of flavor to the cake and complements the apple and cinnamon flavors perfectly. Be sure to add it when you add the other dry ingredients.
Enjoy!
Once the cake is done baking, let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack. Once cooled, top with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and serve. Enjoy!