Rachael Ray Apple Cake Recipe

This unbelievably easy apple cake recipe, inspired by Rachael Ray's sister Maria, is perfect for a cozy weeknight dessert! Using a convenient Jiffy cake mix, this recipe creates a moist and delicious 9x9 inch cake, just the right size for sharing. Warm from the oven and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream – pure comfort food! Great for bringing to a friend in need.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 264.1 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Rachael Ray Apple Cake

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How to Make Rachael Ray Apple Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x9 inch square baking pan with 1 tablespoon of butter.
  3. Prepare a small (15.25 oz) box of Jiffy cake mix according to package directions, using 1/2 cup of water and 1 large egg.
  4. Peel and dice 1 medium apple (about 1 cup) into small, bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a separate bowl, toss the diced apples with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
  6. Pour the prepared cake batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Evenly spread the cinnamon-sugar apples over the top of the cake batter.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving warm with a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
  10. Enjoy! Also delicious at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

121g

Fat

11g

Carbs

15g

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