Apple Pie Cake
This apple pie cake combines the comforting flavors of apple pie with the moist texture of cake, making it the ultimate dessert.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch round cake pan greased and floured
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Apple Filling
- 3 cups thinly sliced fresh apples
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan and set aside.
- Peel and thinly slice the apples. Toss them in a bowl with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the apples, spreading it gently to cover.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful dessert experience.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- To reheat, microwave individual slices for about 20 seconds or warm the entire cake in a 300°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
Notes
Pro Tips: Achieve the perfect texture by not overmixing the batter. Ingredient Substitutions: You can use half whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor. How to Serve: Serve with ice cream or whipped cream. Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Make-Ahead Tips: Bake a day in advance and reheat before serving.