Classic Apple Cake
A moist and flavorful apple cake made with fresh apples, cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for dessert or a cozy afternoon treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Add half of the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
Add the sour cream and mix until incorporated.
Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts (if using) gently with a spatula.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.