Delicious Apple Cinnamon Spice Cake Recipe

Indulge in the delectable flavors of apple, cinnamon, and warm spices with this moist and flavorful apple cinnamon spice cake. The combination of tender apples, aromatic spices, and a hint of cinnamon creates a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you enjoy it as a dessert, a snack, or a breakfast treat, this apple cinnamon spice cake will leave you craving for more.

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
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 cups diced apples
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts, if using.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.
11. Slice and enjoy!

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