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Moist Cinnamon Apple Dapple Cake

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A simple, moist apple cake recipe featuring warm cinnamon spice, perfect for autumn or any time you want a comforting dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups peeled, chopped apples (about 3 medium apples)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped apples and pecans, if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the cake cools, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a quicker version, you can substitute the dry ingredients and wet ingredients (except apples) with one box of yellow cake mix and 3 eggs, mixing according to the box directions before folding in the apples.
  • Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor contrast.
  • This cake is excellent served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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