Description
This Best Apple Cake is the perfect dessert to cozy up your fall and winter gatherings. Juicy apples, warm cinnamon, and a rich caramel drizzle come together in this easy recipe that’s ideal for both special occasions and weekday cravings. It’s a quick breakfast treat, a crowd-pleasing dessert, and a must-try for anyone looking for wholesome food ideas, delicious breakfast ideas, or comforting dinner ideas. Whether you’re baking for a holiday or just want a feel-good sweet treat, this easy recipe delivers with flavor and texture.
Ingredients
3 cups chopped apples (use a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup brown sugar (for tossing apples)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for tossing apples)
1/2 cup caramel sauce (for topping, optional)
Instructions
1. Peel, core, and chop apples into small chunks. Toss them with 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Let sit to release juices.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or 9×13 baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. In another bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in the cinnamon-coated apples until evenly distributed. The batter will be thick.
7. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool for at least 20 minutes before removing from pan. Drizzle warm caramel sauce over the top before serving.
Notes
Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor contrast.
Let the apples rest with sugar and cinnamon to draw out extra moisture.
Don’t skip the cooling time—it helps the cake set and avoids breaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: apple cake, fall dessert, easy recipe, caramel apple cake, bundt cake