DESCRIPTION

Experience the cozy flavors of fall with this Homemade Cinnamon Apple Cake. This recipe is a fan favorite because it’s incredibly moist, packed with fresh, juicy apple chunks, and topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar crust. It’s a rustic, “comfort-style” cake that doesn’t require any fancy equipment—just a bowl and a spoon! Whether you serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy it with your morning coffee, this cake is guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family.

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INGREDIENTS

The Batter:

• Apples: 3 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best), peeled and chopped.
• Flour: 2 cups all-purpose flour.
• Sugar: 1 cup granulated white sugar.
• Eggs: 2 large eggs.
• Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted.
• Vanilla: 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
• Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon.
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon.

The Cinnamon Swirl:

• Brown Sugar: 1/4 cup.
• Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
• Walnuts or Pecans: 1/2 cup chopped (optional, for extra crunch).

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INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan or a springform pan.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: Fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt. The batter will be thick, which is perfect for holding the apples in place.
4. Add Apples: Gently stir in the chopped apples until they are evenly distributed.
5. Cinnamon Topping: Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture (and nuts) generously over the top.
6. Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature!