Apple Hill Cake Recipe

Capture the taste of autumn with our Apple Hill Harvest Cake! This incredibly popular cake, a bestseller during Apple Hill's harvest season, features tender apples, warm spices, and a hint of nutty goodness (walnuts are optional – feel free to add raisins or cranberries for a delightful twist!). A moist and comforting treat perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy night in.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 416.5 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Apple Hill Cake

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 cups peeled and diced apples
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup dried cranberries

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How to Make Apple Hill 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 ½ cups granulated sugar and ½ cup vegetable oil until light and fluffy. Beat in 3 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Gently fold in 4 cups peeled and diced apples (about 4 medium apples). Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional – substitute with 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries).
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

152g

Fat

12g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple Hill Cake?

Apple Hill Cake takes about 115 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple Hill Cake?

Apple Hill Cake has approximately 416.5 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple Hill Cake?

The key ingredients for Apple Hill Cake are Sugar, Oil, Eggs, Apples, Flour, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.

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