Mountain Apple Cake
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Mountain Apple Cake, a moist and fragrant dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of grated mountain apples (or Fuji apples, if you prefer a substitute). This easy-to-make recipe combines warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with a tender crumb, thanks to the perfect balance of all-purpose flour, eggs, and vegetable oil. The addition of chopped walnuts or pecans adds a delightful crunch, while the rich brown sugar glaze draped over the top takes this cake to a whole new level of decadence. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple one-bowl method, this cake is perfect for casual gatherings or a comforting treat after dinner. Serve it as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to transform it into a true crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated mountain apples (or a substitute such as Fuji apples)
- 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract together until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the grated mountain apples and chopped walnuts or pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and milk, then bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan.
Pour the warm glaze evenly over the slightly cooled cake, spreading it gently with a spatula if necessary.
Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting into squares or slices. Serve and enjoy your Mountain Apple Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.2 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.0 g | 185% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 437 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 2627 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 636.0 g | 231% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 422.9 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1337 mg | 28% | |
*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.
