Description
This Cinnamon Apple Delight Cake is a moist, tender cake bursting with juicy apples and warm cinnamon flavor! Topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of glaze, it’s the perfect dessert or cozy afternoon treat. Simple to make, yet packed with comforting sweetness!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- Optional: powdered sugar or glaze for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Stir in sour cream (or yogurt) until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apples gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar or drizzling with glaze, if desired.
- Slice and serve!
Notes
- Apple Options: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala apples work well for this recipe.
- Add-Ins: Add chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture and flavor.
- Serving Suggestion: Delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freezer Friendly: Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American