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One Bowl Apple Cake

This easy one-bowl apple cake is moist, spiced with cinnamon, and topped with a light cinnamon-sugar sprinkle — perfect for a quick dessert or afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted cooled slightly
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored and chopped use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 cup milk any milk, or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (for topping) optional
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping) optional

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or 9x9-inch square baking pan and line with parchment if desired.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  • Add the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined; do not overmix.
  • Fold the chopped apples into the batter until evenly distributed.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. If using, mix brown sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before slicing.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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