Indulge in the taste of fall with this classic apple cake recipe. Moist and full of flavor, this homemade cake is made with fresh apples, warm spices, and a scrumptious buttery crumb topping. Perfect for any occasion, this apple cake will be a hit with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Cut in 1/4 cup of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter in the pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
Interesting Facts
Apple cake is a classic American dessert that is often enjoyed during the fall season when apples are abundant.
The combination of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg gives this cake a cozy and nostalgic flavor.
Using fresh apples adds moisture and natural sweetness to the cake.
The buttery crumb topping adds a delightful crunch and extra flavor to each bite.