Moist, warmly spiced, and bursting with tender apples, this golden apple cake is comfort in every bite. With a sugary cinnamon top and an aroma that screams homemade happiness, it's the kind of dessert that instantly feels like home.
Perfect for holiday gatherings, chilly nights, or that next viral food blog post—this cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
🍰 Why This Cake Wins (On the Table and Online)
✅ One-Bowl Simplicity – Less mess, more flavor.
✅ Ridiculously Moist – Stays fresh for days.
✅ Serve It Your Way – Warm, chilled, or à la mode.
✅ Traffic Magnet – Classic comfort desserts drive serious engagement.
🛒 Ingredients
Cake:
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3 cups diced, peeled apples (try a mix of Granny Smith & Honeycrisp)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1½ cups granulated sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp nutmeg
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½ tsp salt
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2 large eggs
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¾ cup vegetable oil
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¼ cup orange juice (or apple cider)
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2 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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1 tsp cinnamon
Optional Add-Ins:
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½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
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¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
👩🍳 How to Make It (Just Like Grandma Used To)
1. Prep the Apples
Toss apples with 1 tbsp sugar + ½ tsp cinnamon. Let sit 10 minutes.
🔥 Pro Tip: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor balance.
2. Make the Batter
Whisk dry ingredients in one bowl. Stir in eggs, oil, juice, and vanilla. Gently fold in apples and any extras.
3. Bake
Pour into a greased 9x13” pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar topping.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes, until golden and set.
4. Cool & Serve
Let cool for 15 minutes. Slice and enjoy on its own—or take it over the top with ice cream.
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