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Fresh Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delicious Fresh Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

A comforting Fresh Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting that's moist, flavorful, and perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Check for freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter Must be at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Brown sugar can be used for a twist
  • 2 large eggs Use at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure for richer flavor
  • 2 cups grated apples Squeeze out excess moisture
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts Optional, omit if allergic
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Must be softened
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sift before use
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • optional milk Adjusts frosting consistency

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in the grated apples and walnuts gently into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  11. Spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Adjust sweetness of frosting as desired.

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