Leigh's Easy Apple Cinnamon Cake

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with Leigh's Easy Apple Cinnamon Cake—an incredibly moist and tender dessert that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. This one-bowl wonder features a perfect balance of tart, diced apples and aromatic cinnamon, with a blend of granulated and brown sugars for a rich sweetness. The buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crumb is irresistible, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds an elegant finishing touch. Ideal for cozy gatherings or as a sweet treat any day, this cake is versatile enough to be served on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Perfectly simple and utterly delicious, this easy apple cake will quickly become your go-to recipe for celebrating the season.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cup milk
• 2 whole large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apples using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Optional: Once the cake has cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a lovely presentation.

Step 10

Slice and serve on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1354.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3310.2

Total Fat 113.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 646.8mg	0%
Sodium 2327.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 545.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 336.0g
Protein 45.3g	0%

Vitamin D 160.5IU	0%
Calcium 479.9mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1270.6mg	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: 30.1%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 64.5%