An apple and cinnamon cake is a delightful treat, especially during the fall season. Here’s a simple recipe to make one:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, like walnuts or pecans)
For topping (optional):
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the yogurt or sour cream. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts (if using) into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- If using the topping, mix together the sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle it over the top of the cake batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
This moist and flavorful apple cinnamon cake is perfect for dessert or as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee. You can also serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence!
