Apple Fritter Cake Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Fritter Cake

• Sliced Apple
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• Flour
• Baking Powder
• Baking Soda
• Salt
• Greek Yogurt
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2-4 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)

How to Make Apple Fritter Cake

1. **Make the Apple Filling:** Combine diced apples, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened and apples are softened. Cool completely.
2. **Prepare the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:** Mix 1/2 cup packed brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
3. **Preheat & Prep:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
4. **Cream Butter & Sugar:** Cream together 1 cup softened butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
5. **Add Wet Ingredients:** Beat in 1 cup applesauce and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6. **Combine Dry Ingredients:** In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
7. **Combine Wet & Dry:** Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the yogurt in two parts, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
8. **Layer the Cake:** Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Spread the cooled apple filling evenly over the batter. Sprinkle 2/3 of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the apples. Top with the remaining batter.
9. **Sprinkle & Bake:** Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. **Make the Glaze:** While the cake bakes, whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2-4 tablespoons milk until you reach your desired consistency.
11. **Glaze the Cake:** Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, carefully pour the glaze over the hot cake, ensuring even coverage. Let cool completely before serving.