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