If you’re looking for an easy homemade cake that’s incredibly soft, moist, and full of fresh apple flavor, this recipe is perfect. Made with just a few everyday ingredients, it’s light, fluffy, and delicious with a cup of coffee or tea. The tender apple pieces keep every bite moist, while a light dusting of powdered sugar gives it a beautiful finish.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8–10
Ingredients
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Apples
- Peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes.
- If desired, toss them with the cinnamon for extra flavor.
Step 2: Make the Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Grease or line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) square baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the milk, oil, and vanilla extract, then mix well.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until smooth.
- Fold in the diced apples.
Step 4: Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Finish
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
- Remove and cool completely.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar.
- Slice into squares and serve.
Tips for the Best Apple Cake
- Use sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, or Granny Smith.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake soft.
- Add chopped walnuts or raisins for extra texture.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a caramelized crust.
Storage
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.
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