Fruited Apple Nut Cake
Infused with the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, this Fruited Apple Nut Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Packed with juicy diced apples, tart dried cranberries (or sweet raisins), and crunchy pecans (or walnuts), every bite is a delightful balance of texture and taste. This easy-to-make cake comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for busy bakers seeking a show-stopping treat. Baked to golden perfection in a bundt or round pan, it’s finished with an optional dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Whether served as a holiday dessert, a mid-afternoon snack, or a brunch centerpiece, this moist and flavorful apple cake guarantees smiles with its rustic charm and irresistible aroma.
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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
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 3 large eggs
- 0.75 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 0.75 cups dried cranberries (or raisins)
- 0.75 cups chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch bundt pan or a round cake pan with butter or nonstick spray.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the diced apples, dried cranberries (or raisins), and chopped pecans (or walnuts) into the batter until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, optionally dust the top with powdered sugar for a decorative touch before serving.
Slice and enjoy your Fruited Apple Nut Cake as is or with a dollop of whipped cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.0 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 100.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 2307 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 675.2 g | 246% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 447.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1372 mg | 29% | |
*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.
