Chunky Apple Cake
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Chunky Apple Cake, a moist and rustic dessert brimming with tender apple chunks and a hint of cinnamon spice. Perfectly balanced between sweet and spiced, this delightful cake comes together effortlessly with pantry staples like flour, sugar, and baking powder, plus the fresh, vibrant addition of three cups of diced apples. The thick batter ensures every bite is packed with juicy apple goodness, while optional walnuts or pecans add a satisfying crunch. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this hearty cake is perfect for cozy gatherings, a coffee break treat, or as a simple dessert. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make cake is your new go-to recipe for welcoming the season with flavor and charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 Eggs
- 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced into small chunks)
- 0.75 cup Walnuts or pecans (chopped, optional)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or similar-sized dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. The batter will be thick.
Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a decorative and sweet garnish, if desired.
Slice the cake into squares or slices and serve. Enjoy your Chunky Apple Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 229.9 g | 295% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 100.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1641 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 603.3 g | 219% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 386.0 g | ||
| Protein | 54.3 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1447 mg | 31% | |
*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.
