Description

This cinnamon apple cake is a moist, flavorful dessert loaded with crisp apples and the perfect amount of cinnamon and sugar, making it an ideal treat to celebrate fall.

Ingredients

Units Scale

6 to 8 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into chunks
1 tablespoon cinnamon
5 to 7 tablespoons sugar
2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup canola oil
2 cups white sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a tube pan, such as an Angel food cake pan, to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, toss the peeled, cored, and chopped apples with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and 5 to 7 tablespoons of sugar. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 and 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir to mix the dry ingredients evenly.
In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of canola oil, 2 cups of white sugar, 1/4 cup of orange juice, 4 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 4 large eggs until well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined and smooth.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared tube pan. Spread half of the apple mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the apples, and top with the remaining apple mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use a mix of sweet and tart apples to balance the flavors. The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you prefer a less sweet cake, reduce the amount of sugar tossed with the apples. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 to 70 minutes
Category: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 35
Sodium: 150
Fat: 14
Carbohydrates: 60
Fiber: 3
Protein: 4
Cholesterol: 55