Vanilla Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the perfect balance of cozy flavors and luscious textures with this Vanilla Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This moist, fluffy cake is infused with warm cinnamon and flecked with tender, diced apples, delivering a delightful burst of sweetness in every bite. The tangy cream cheese frosting, whipped to velvety perfection, provides a rich and creamy finish that perfectly complements the fruity undertones of the cake. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this delightful dessert is ideal for gatherings, holiday celebrations, or as an indulgent treat any time of year. Elevate your baking game with this irresistible recipe that combines classic vanilla, seasonal fruit, and decadent frosting into one unforgettable dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1.25 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 2 cups apples (peeled, cored, and finely diced)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
- 2.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for thinning frosting)
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 medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until creamy and light, about 2-3 minutes.
Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
To prepare the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, and beat on low speed until incorporated. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake using an offset spatula or a knife.
Slice into squares or rectangles, serve, and enjoy your Vanilla Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 123 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 109 mg | 2% | |
*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.
