Fresh Apple Cake Recipe

This homemade Fresh Apple Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert featuring fresh diced apples and warm fall spices. The tender cake is made with vegetable oil for extra moisture, complemented by cinnamon and nutmeg, and studded with chunks of fresh apples. Topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, this classic cake is perfect for fall gatherings, holidays, or any special occasion. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, it serves 12 and can be made ahead of time.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: German

Keyword: Fresh Apple Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 1

Total Time: 1 30

Servings: slices

Calories: 320kcal

Cost: $9

Equipment

9x13-inch baking pan
Large mixing bowls
Apple peeler
Sharp knife
Measuring cups and spoons
Wire cooling rack
Small saucepan (if making the glaze)

Ingredients

the Cake:

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups fresh apples peeled and chopped (about 3-4 medium apples)
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
In a large bowl, beat oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Fold in chopped apples and nuts.
Pour batter into prepared bundt pan.
Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool in pan for 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
Mix cinnamon and sugar for coating; sprinkle over warm cake.

Notes

Best apples to use: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days
Can be frozen for up to 3 months (wrap well in plastic wrap and foil)
Bring eggs to room temperature for best results
Do not overmix the batter

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