Delicious Fresh Apple Spice Cake Recipe

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this moist and flavorful Fresh Apple Spice Cake. Packed with fresh apples, warm spices, and a hint of sweetness, this cake is perfect for dessert or as a snack with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp allspice
• 1/4 tsp cloves
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 cups peeled and diced apples
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, until just combined.
6. Fold in diced apples and walnuts.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

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