Apple Spice Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Apple Spice Cake is a warm, comforting dessert that celebrates the delicious flavors of autumn. With the sweetness of honey crisp apples and a blend of warm spices, this cake is perfect for gatherings or a cozy evening at home. It’s easy to make and offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice that appeals to everyone. Baking this cake fills your kitchen with a lovely aroma, making it a treat not just for your palate but also for your senses.

How to Make Apple Spice Cake

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp. ground allspice
• 1/8 tsp. ground cloves
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed (light or dark)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 2-3 large honey crisp apples, grated using the large holes on a box grater, ~1 1/2 cups (can keep the skin on)
• 1/4 cup salted butter
• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 2 Tbsp. heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch light-colored nonstick pan with parchment paper and set it aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves.
3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold just until combined.
5. Fold in the grated apples.
6. Turn out the cake batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack.
8. To make the brown sugar icing, melt the butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until the mixture is combined and comes to a gentle boil.
9. Remove from heat and whisk in the vanilla and powdered sugar.
10. Pour the icing on top of the cake. The cake doesn’t need to completely cool; when it’s still a little warm, the icing melts into the cake.
11. Slice and enjoy warm!

How to Serve Apple Spice Cake

Apple Spice Cake is delightful when served warm with a drizzle of the brown sugar icing on top. You can also add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence. It can be served as a dessert after dinner or with coffee during brunch.

How to Store Apple Spice Cake

To store Apple Spice Cake, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. You can also freeze the cake, wrapped tightly, for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.

Tips to Make Apple Spice Cake

• Make sure your eggs and sour cream are at room temperature for a better rise.
• For a more intense apple flavor, try mixing different types of apples.
• Use freshly grated nutmeg for an extra punch of flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter; just fold it gently to keep the cake fluffy.

Variation

You can add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the batter for added texture and flavor. Another variation includes adding a teaspoon of lemon juice to the batter to enhance the flavors of the apples.

FAQs

1. Can I use other types of apples?
   Yes, you can use other apples, but honey crisp apples are recommended for their sweetness and texture.

2. Is the icing necessary?
   The icing adds sweetness and richness, but you can enjoy the cake without it or serve it plain.

3. Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
   Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Make sure to check the baking powder as well, as some may contain gluten.

Apple Spice Cake

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• Author: admin
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 9 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A warm, comforting dessert that celebrates the flavors of autumn with honey crisp apples and a blend of warm spices.

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Ingredients

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• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground allspice
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2–3 large honey crisp apples, grated (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 1/4 cup salted butter
• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 2 Tbsp heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch light-colored nonstick pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold until just combined.
5. Fold in the grated apples.
6. Turn out the cake batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
8. For the icing, melt the butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until combined and boil gently.
9. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla and powdered sugar.
10. Pour the icing over the warm cake.
11. Slice and enjoy warm!

Notes

For a more intense apple flavor, mix different types of apples. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 25g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 4g
• Cholesterol: 40mg

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