Mom's Buttery Apple Cake

Indulge in the cozy, homemade charm of Mom's Buttery Apple Cake—a timeless dessert bursting with flavor and simplicity. This recipe combines tender chunks of juicy apples with a rich, buttery batter, creating a perfectly moist and golden cake that's sure to impress family and friends. A hint of vanilla and optional cinnamon sugar topping elevate its warm, comforting taste, while the quick prep time makes it ideal for both casual gatherings and special occasions. Perfectly balanced between sweet and buttery, this cake is baked to perfection in under an hour and pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. If you're searching for the ultimate apple dessert or easy apple cake recipes to charm your guests, look no further—Mom's Buttery Apple Cake is a classic you'll savor with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 170 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 120 milliliters whole milk
• 2 cups apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until pale and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

One at a time, beat in the eggs until well incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix only until just combined—avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Gently fold in the diced apples using a spatula to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing it out evenly. If desired, sprinkle the top with cinnamon sugar for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 10

Slice, serve, and enjoy with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1318.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3463.5

Total Fat 167.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 949.3mg	0%
Sodium 2371.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 466.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 254.3g
Protein 51.1g	0%

Vitamin D 177.5IU	0%
Calcium 333.9mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 1130.3mg	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: 42.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 52.2%