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Apple Cake Recipe From Scratch

A delightful blend of sweet apples and warm spices, perfect for cozy gatherings or dessert after dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups peeled diced apples (about 3 medium apples)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
  5. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the diced apples and nuts, if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve this delightful apple cake plain or with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or vanilla ice cream.