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10 Best Apple Cinnamon Cake Recipes | Cozy Fall Dessert Idea
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Apple Cinnamon Cake

A moist and spiced cake filled with chunks of apple and warm cinnamon. Perfect for dessert, coffee breaks, or holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: cake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 apples diced
  • ½ cup walnuts/pecans optional

Equipment

  • - Mixing bowls
  • - Hand or stand mixer
  • Whisk & spatula
  • 9-inch cake pan
  • - Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease pan.
  2. Mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar; add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Alternate adding dry mixture and milk.
  5. Fold in apples and nuts.
  6. Bake 40–45 minutes.
  7. Cool, slice, and serve.

Notes

Use tart apples for best flavor.
Add extra spices for warmth.
Can be glazed or served plain.
Freezes well for up to 2 months.