Buttery Apple Cinnamon Cake

Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Buttery Apple Cinnamon Cake, a dessert that perfectly balances rich flavors with a tender crumb. This easy-to-make cake is packed with aromatic cinnamon and chunks of naturally sweet apples, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, for a delightful texture in every bite. The recipe starts with a buttery base, blended with both granulated and brown sugar for a subtle caramelized sweetness, and folded with a moist, milk-enriched batter. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, this cake is ideal for cozy gatherings, fall afternoons, or anytime you crave a classic apple dessert. Ready in just over an hour, it's a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to prepare and impossible to resist!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
• 3 units large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 3 cups apples, peeled, cored, and diced (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add in the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in 2-3 batches, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples gently using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Tap the pan on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles.

Step 8

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Once the cake is completely cool, sift powdered sugar over the top for added sweetness and presentation before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1744.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4053.1

Total Fat 166.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 960.1mg	0%
Sodium 2400.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 614.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 390.1g
Protein 50.7g	0%

Vitamin D 173.7IU	0%
Calcium 482.2mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 1608.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 59.1%