Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of cinnamon and apple with this delicious and easy-to-make cinnamon apple cake recipe. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups diced apples (peeled and cored)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan and set aside.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix well after each addition.
- Stir in the diced apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Serve the cake dusted with powdered sugar and garnished with apple wedges and cinnamon sticks.
This cinnamon apple cake recipe is not only delicious but also a great source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. It's perfect for any fall occasion, and the aroma of cinnamon and apples will fill your home with warmth and comfort. Enjoy!