Apple Cake Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably moist and delicious apple cake! Think breakfast pastry meets decadent dessert – it's that good! This versatile recipe is easily customizable to suit your dietary needs. Make it sugar-free with Splenda, or fat-free by swapping oil for applesauce and eggs for egg beaters. Beyond apples, experiment with peaches, blueberries, or pineapple for a fruity twist. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 411.9 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Apple Cake

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Cake

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 large eggs (or 4 egg beaters)
  • Non Fat Vanilla Yogurt
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar (or Splenda equivalent)
  • Vegetable Oil
  • 6 cups peeled and diced apples (or other fruit of choice)
  • Cinnamon
  • Raisins
  • Walnuts
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

How to Make Apple Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar (or Splenda equivalent) until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs (or 4 egg beaters) one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in 6 cups peeled and diced apples (or other fruit of choice).
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool completely before frosting (optional). Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

214g

Fat

11g

Carbs

22g