Delicious Homemade Apple Cake Recipe

This apple cake is a moist and tender dessert packed with chunks of fresh apples and warm cinnamon flavors. It has a crunchy streusel topping that adds a delightful texture to each bite. Perfect for any occasion, this homemade apple cake will surely be a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• For the streusel topping:
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped apples and nuts, if using.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
7. To make the streusel topping, combine the flour, sugar, butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
8. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix the ingredients until crumbly.
9. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the batter in the baking pan.
10. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
12. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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