Maple Apple Cinnamon Cake
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Maple Apple Cinnamon Cake, a dessert that combines the natural sweetness of maple syrup, the warmth of cinnamon, and the tender juiciness of fresh apples. Perfectly moist and aromatic, this cake is topped with a delicate brown sugar-cinnamon crumble for an extra layer of sweetness and texture. Made in just about an hour, it’s an easy yet elegant treat suited for any occasion, from weeknight indulgence to festive gatherings. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort dessert. Elevate your baking game with this irresistible recipe that captures the essence of apple-cinnamon season in every bite!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups Maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 2 medium Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (for topping)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the diced apples gently, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and additional ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle it evenly over the cake batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a drizzle of extra maple syrup or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.9 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.5 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 645 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2081 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 526.6 g | 191% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 321.9 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*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.
