Granny's Apple Butter Cake

Delight in the cozy, nostalgic flavors of Granny’s Apple Butter Cake, a moist and tender dessert brimming with the warmth of spiced apple butter and a hint of buttermilk tang. This classic recipe combines a soft, cinnamon-scented cake base with a luscious homemade glaze that adds just the right touch of sweetness. Perfectly simple to prepare with pantry staples, this cake requires only 20 minutes of prep before baking to golden perfection. Ideal for fall gatherings, afternoon tea, or a comforting treat any time of the year, it's a crowd-pleaser that tastes like it was plucked straight out of Granny’s recipe box. Serve it as is, or warm a slice and pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’s truly irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 units large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.25 cups apple butter
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the apple butter gently, being careful not to overmix. The batter will be thick.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.

Step 11

Once the cake is fully cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Slice the cake into squares or rectangles and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1566.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5029.5

Total Fat 214.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1089.6mg	0%
Sodium 3329.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 744.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 495.0g
Protein 56.2g	0%

Vitamin D 195.4IU	0%
Calcium 465.5mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 947.6mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 58.0%