Charlene's Apple Cake

Warm, comforting, and bursting with the flavors of fresh apples and cinnamon, Charlene's Apple Cake is the ultimate homemade dessert for any occasion. This moist, tender cake combines the natural sweetness of diced apples with a hint of spice from ground cinnamon, creating a cozy, autumn-inspired flavor in every bite. Its soft, airy texture is perfectly balanced by optional crunchy walnuts or pecans, adding a delightful contrast. Made with simple pantry staples, this easy apple cake comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether enjoyed plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or paired with a hot cup of tea, Charlene's Apple Cake is the ideal treat for family gatherings, potlucks, or a quiet moment of indulgence at home. Perfect for fall baking, this apple dessert will quickly become your go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Vegetable oil
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or bundt pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as it can make the cake dense.

Step 5

Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar (if desired) before serving.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy your delicious Charlene's Apple Cake with a cup of tea, coffee, or as it is!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1558.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4385.0

Total Fat 214.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 2302.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 600.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 379.2g
Protein 55.7g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 245.9mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 1396.7mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 52.7%