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A slice of apple cake topped with caramel topping in a white plate with another slice in the background.
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Apple Cake

This warm, cinnamon apple cake topped with a luscious caramel glaze is the perfect from-scratch fall treat.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Optional Glaze5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cake, easy, fall
Servings: 16
Author: Lisa Bass

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon allspice

Wet ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples

Optional Caramel Glaze:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pure vanilla

Instructions

  • Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350° Fahrenheit (175° Celsius).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth. Whisk in the Greek yogurt and vanilla.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in the chopped apples.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35 – 40 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
  • To make the optional caramel glaze, combine the butter, brown sugar, cream, salt, and vanilla in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is gently bubbling. Remove from the heat and cool for a few minutes.
  • Pour the glaze evenly over the cooled cake and allow it to set and cool for 15 minutes then cut into 16 squares, and serve.

Notes

  • Using one sweet variety (like Honeycrisp apples) and one tart variety (like Granny Smith apples) is a delicious combination.
  • Check for doneness early. Ovens vary, so start checking at 32 minutes. The toothpick should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 162mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg