Apple Walnut Cake
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4.5
Apple Walnut Cake
Description
The Apple Walnut Cake uses grated apples folded into a cinnamon-spiced batter enriched with canola oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. The walnuts add texture and nutty flavor, complementing the tartness of the Granny Smith apples. Leavening is achieved with baking soda, resulting in a tender, moist cake that holds its shape when cooled. A dusting of powdered sugar on top adds a light sweetness and decorative finish.
This cake is baked in a single 9x13-inch pan for easy slicing into generous portions. Its moist texture and balance of sweet, nutty, and tart flavors make it a versatile option for afternoon tea, a light dessert, or a breakfast treat.
The recipe notes advise storing the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, with refrigeration or freezing recommended for longer keeping. Nutritional information is approximate and depends on ingredient brands and portion size.
Ingredients
- 3 large egg
- 1 3/4 cup granulated sugar 350 grams
- 1 cup canola oil 205 grams
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 267 grams
- 1 teaspoon baking soda 6 grams
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 grams
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 medium apple peeled, cored and chopped (470 grams, Granny Smith variety
- 1 cup walnuts 128 grams, chopped
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar 33 grams
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9x13" baking pan with cooking spray.
- In a medium-size bowl, blend together the eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
- Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture mix just until blended.
- Fold in the apples and nuts.
- Pour the batter into a 9x13 pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool and then sprinkle the top with powdered sugar.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate or freeze after that.
Notes
- The cake should be cut into about 15 slices for serving and calorie estimation.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; refrigerate or freeze to keep longer.
- For accuracy in nutritional content, consider using a nutrition calculator with your specific ingredient brands.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 269kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 127mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 130mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 85IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.9mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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