Delicious Apple Cake Recipe

Learn how to make a delicious apple cake that is perfect for any occasion. This moist and flavorful cake is made with fresh apples, warm spices, and a buttery crumb topping. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a baking time of 45 minutes, you'll have a homemade cake that will impress everyone. Whether you're serving it for dessert or as a sweet treat with your morning coffee, this apple cake is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• For the crumb topping:
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Mix in the dry ingredients alternately with the sour cream. Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts, if desired.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
6. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
7. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve the apple cake as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Interesting Facts