Description
A delightful apple cake loaded with fresh apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 4 cups peeled and diced apples
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts
- Optional: 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Combine the sugar and oil in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding in the diced apples, nuts, and raisins if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using whole wheat flour or applesauce instead of oil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg