Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Apple Spice Cake Recipe, a perfect fall treat that combines the sweetness of fresh apples with aromatic spices. This cake is easy to prepare, making it ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. With its moist texture and delicious cinnamon glaze, it’s perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying on a cozy evening at home. Each bite offers a delightful harmony of spices and apple goodness, sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup apple cider
- 1/3 cup fresh apple, peeled and grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9 x 5 loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing it to hang over the edges.
- In a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients alternating with apple cider.
- Gently fold in grated apples until combined. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg