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Apple Cinnamon Cake With 5 Ingredients Recipe

This ridiculously easy Apple Cinnamon Cake is a coworker favorite! Baked before work, it's warm and ready to enjoy with your morning coffee. A secret ingredient elevates this simple recipe to irresistible deliciousness. Even apple-cake skeptics ask for seconds! Inspired by a can of apple pie filling – you won't believe how quick and tasty this is.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 501.1 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.8 (20 Reviews)
Apple Cinnamon Cake With 5 Ingredients

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Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Cake With 5 Ingredients

  • Yellow Cake Mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (21 oz) can apple pie filling
  • Cinnamon Sugar Mixture

How to Make Apple Cinnamon Cake With 5 Ingredients

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) dry cake mix.
  3. Add 2 large eggs and 1 (21 oz) can apple pie filling.
  4. Beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes, until well combined.
  5. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  7. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.
  8. Repeat layers with remaining batter and cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

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

26 g

Sugar

206g

Fat

10g

Carbs

31g

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