Chunky Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the comforting warmth of autumn with this irresistible Chunky Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Packed with tender chunks of fresh apples, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a hint of crunch from optional walnuts or pecans, this moist and flavorful cake is sheer perfection. Topped with a rich and velvety cream cheese frosting, it strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tang. Easy to prepare and baked in just under an hour, this dessert is ideal for cozy gatherings, holiday celebrations, or any time you crave a slice of fall-inspired decadence. Serve it as is or pair it with a hot cup of cider for the ultimate comfort food experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 3 Eggs
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups Apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into small chunks
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
• 2.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Milk (optional, for thinning frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top 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

Once baked, let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.

Step 9

To make the cream cheese frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter in a medium bowl until smooth and fluffy.

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Step 11

If the frosting is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 12

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Step 13

Slice into squares or rectangles, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2327.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6907.0

Total Fat 306.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 137.8g
Cholesterol 788.3mg	0%
Sodium 3410.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1018.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 747.3g
Protein 66.6g	0%

Vitamin D 130.5IU	0%
Calcium 511.8mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 1763.2mg	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: 38.8%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 57.4%