Description
This moist and tender cinnamon apple cake is packed with fresh apples, warm spices, and topped with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar layer and light glaze. Easy to make and incredibly flavorful, it’s perfect for fall baking or any cozy occasion.
Ingredients
Cake:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 cup peeled and roughly chopped red apple (approx. 1 large apple)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup Greek yogurt
Cinnamon Topping:
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon melted butter
Glaze:
¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted
1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
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Stir chopped apple into the dry mixture.
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In another bowl, whisk eggs, vanilla, oil, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients just until mixed. Do not overmix.
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Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the surface.
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Mix topping ingredients and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Drizzle glaze over the cooled cake before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
Swap apples for pears or peaches for a fruity twist.
Don’t overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
Glaze is optional—dusting with powdered sugar also works well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
