My Mom's Soft Apple Cake

Moist, tender, and brimming with cozy flavors, "My Mom's Soft Apple Cake" is the ultimate homemade dessert that feels like a warm hug. This charming apple cake is made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and vanilla, paired with the natural sweetness of fresh, diced apples. Baked to golden perfection, it delivers a soft crumb that’s infused with the comforting aroma of cinnamon spice. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this classic recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a delightful afternoon snack. Garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant final touch. It’s a fuss-free yet irresistibly delicious treat that effortlessly combines nostalgia with timeless flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 2 cups Apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 2 medium apples)
• 0.25 cups Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square baking pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

With the mixer on low, alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a spatula, gently fold in the diced apples until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top 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 before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar, if desired. Slice and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(978.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2141.3

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 386.6mg	0%
Sodium 1681.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 467.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 267.6g
Protein 41.6g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 293.0mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 889.4mg	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: 6.9%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 85.5%