Fresh Apple Cake with Nut Topping
Treat yourself to a slice of indulgence with this Fresh Apple Cake with Nut Topping, a perfect celebration of autumnal flavors and comforting textures. Bursting with chunks of juicy, sweet apples and gently spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, this moist cake captures the essence of homemade goodness. The batter comes together effortlessly, folding in a delightful crunch of pecans or walnuts, while the buttery nut topping adds a golden, caramelized finish that’s irresistibly crisp. Ready in just over an hour, this easy apple cake is a crowd-pleaser that’s great for dessert, brunch, or a cozy midday treat. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a heartwarming dessert that will fill your home with the inviting aroma of fall. Perfect for apple season, this versatile cake ensures every bite is loaded with cozy charm and rich flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the diced apples and 3/4 cup of the chopped pecans or walnuts (reserving 1/4 cup for the topping). Mix until the apples are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
For the nut topping, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of pecans or walnuts with the melted butter and sprinkle over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Optional: Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a decadent treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 202 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 151 mg | 3% | |
*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.
