Easy Apple Cake Recipe
This Apple Cake Recipe is a soft, moist, and warmly spiced cake loaded with fresh apples in every bite. It’s the perfect dessert for fall, holidays, tea time, or whenever you want something sweet, cozy, and homemade. Made with simple ingredients like fresh apples, warm cinnamon, melted butter, and brown sugar, this cake bakes into a beautifully tender crumb that stays moist for days.
Whether you serve it plain, dust it with powdered sugar, or drizzle it with a creamy glaze, this apple cake always turns out delicious and it’s easy enough for beginners!
Why You’ll Love This Apple Cake
- Extra moist texture from fresh apples + oil
- Warm, cozy flavor from cinnamon, nutmeg & brown sugar
- Simple pantry ingredients no mixer needed
- Perfect for guests or holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Eid desserts)
- Stays soft for days and freezes beautifully
- Works with any apple variety sweet or tart
Ingredients (Without Measurements Explained Clearly)
For the Apple Cake
- Apples: Fresh apples keep the cake moist and add natural sweetness. Use crisp varieties like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith.
- Eggs: Help the batter hold together and give structure.
- Granulated sugar: Sweetens the cake and balances the tartness of apples.
- Brown sugar: Adds moisture and warm caramel-like flavor.
- Vegetable oil: Keeps the cake incredibly soft and tender.
- Vanilla extract: Adds warm depth and enhances the apple flavor.
- All-purpose flour: Gives the cake structure while staying soft.
- Baking powder + baking soda: Make the cake rise and stay fluffy.
- Salt: Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
- Cinnamon: Gives the cake its classic warm, cozy fall aroma.
- Nutmeg (optional): Adds deeper spice flavor.
- Milk: Helps the batter stay smooth and balanced.
Optional Glaze
- Powdered sugar: Creates a smooth, sweet topping.
- Milk or cream: Makes the glaze pourable.
- Vanilla: Adds extra flavor.
Crispy Sheet Pan Chicken Caesar Salad
Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Caesar Salad with roasted chicken, crispy croutons, and charred romaine. A fast 30-minute one-pan dinner full of flavor.
Notes
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper
Croutons
- 3 cups bread cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper
Salad
- 3 romaine hearts (halved lengthwise)
- ½ cup shaved Parmesan
- ½–¾ cup Caesar dressing
- Lemon wedges
- Use day-old bread for the crispiest croutons.
- Keep an eye on romaine slight char is perfect.
- Add protein twists: shrimp, salmon, or seasoned tofu.
- Keep dressing separate for meal prep.
- Chicken: 3–4 days refrigerated
- Croutons: Store separately to prevent sogginess
- Romaine: Best fresh but lasts 1 day if undressed
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FAQs
Which apples are best for apple cake?
Crisp apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji work best.
Can I make this cake without eggs?
Yes — replace eggs with ½ cup applesauce.
Can I add more spices?
Absolutely! Add cloves or allspice for stronger fall flavor.
Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes, but the cake will be denser. Use half all-purpose + half whole wheat.
Why is my cake dry?
Overbaking is the main reason. Check the cake at 35 minutes.
Conclusion
This Moist Apple Cake Recipe is warm, comforting, and packed with real apple flavor in every bite. It’s simple to make, beginner-friendly, and tastes even better the next day. Whether you serve it plain, glazed, or topped with cream cheese frosting, this apple cake is always a crowd-pleaser perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or everyday tea time.
