Healthier Fresh Apple Cake
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this *Healthier Fresh Apple Cake*, a guilt-free treat that’s as wholesome as it is delicious! Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, naturally sweetened with maple syrup and unsweetened applesauce, and packed with juicy chunks of fresh apples, this delightful dessert strikes the perfect balance between comfort and nutrition. Enhanced with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, every bite bursts with autumnal charm. Optional walnuts or pecans add a satisfying crunch, while the simple preparation makes this cake a breeze to whip up. Perfect as a light dessert or a wholesome snack, this healthy apple cake is sure to become your go-to for seasonal baking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Fresh apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until no dry streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts or pecans (if using).
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Slice and enjoy this healthier fresh apple cake as a dessert or a wholesome snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.8 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 238 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 195 mg | 4% | |
*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.
