Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery with the most mouthwatering Apple Cake that will make your taste buds dance! 🍎✨ Imagine a warm, moist cake packed with juicy apple chunks and topped with a silky smooth vanilla icing that'll have everyone begging for seconds. This isn't just any ordinary cake - it's a slice of pure comfort that combines the classic American dessert tradition with irresistible homemade goodness that will become your new go-to recipe for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.
Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups chopped apples
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk together until all dry ingredients are well integrated.
- In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Fold in the chopped apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes.
- For the icing, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the icing over the top, allowing it to spread naturally.
- Let the icing set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips
- 🥣 Baking Pro Tips for the Perfect Apple Cake: • Use fresh, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing • Don't overmix the batter - this can make your cake tough • Check the cake's doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean • Let the cake cool completely before icing to prevent the glaze from melting • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a handful of chopped walnuts • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 480kcal
Carbohydrates: 62g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg
