Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 2 cups)
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
2. Prepare the Cake:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples.
3. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar. Set aside.
4. Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy! Serve as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
This Cinnamon Apple Cake is sweet, moist, and has the perfect blend of cinnamon and apple flavors. It’s an easy and delightful treat for any occasion! Enjoy! 😊
