Gooey Butter Apple Cake
Indulge in the ultimate fusion of fall flavors with this Gooey Butter Apple Cake, a decadent treat that combines the rich, buttery goodness of a traditional gooey butter cake with the warm, spiced sweetness of fresh cinnamon-dusted Granny Smith apples. Perfectly swirled with a creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese, this dessert boasts a soft, tender crumb with a gooey center that melts in your mouth. With minimal prep and just 45 minutes of baking time, this autumn-inspired cake is ideal for cozy gatherings, special occasions, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and don't forget a dusting of powdered sugar for a truly show-stopping finish! Keywords: gooey butter apple cake, cinnamon apples, cream cheese swirl, fall dessert recipes, easy apple cake recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 g unsalted butter
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 2 whole large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 190 g all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 120 ml whole milk
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 60 g powdered sugar
- 115 g cream cheese
- 100 g light brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 115g of unsalted butter and 200g of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in 2 tsp of pure vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 190g of all-purpose flour, 1.5 tsp of baking powder, and 0.5 tsp of salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 120ml of whole milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Peel, core, and dice 1 medium Granny Smith apple into small cubes. Toss the apple with 1 tsp ground cinnamon and fold it into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
In another mixing bowl, beat together 115g of cream cheese, 60g of powdered sugar, and 100g of light brown sugar until smooth.
Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture onto the batter and use a knife to swirl it into the top layer of the cake.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the edges are set and golden, but the center remains slightly gooey.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best gooey texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 297 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 123 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.
