Apple Spice Cake
Experience the essence of fall with this delightful Apple Spice Cake, infused with aromatic cinnamon and chunks of juicy apples. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night at home, this cake is a celebration of autumn flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet tooth. With its moist texture and rich spices, it’s a dish that brings family and friends together—each bite evokes memories of laughter in the kitchen and the joy of seasonal cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for extra moisture)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time until fluffy.
- Mix in applesauce until smooth; combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Gently fold in diced apples.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg