Easiest Ever MOIST Apple Cake
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
50 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
403 kcal
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Course
Cake
Easiest Ever MOIST Apple Cake
Description
Easiest Ever MOIST Apple Cake is built around a batter combining plain flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ground cloves, and nutmeg, which create a fragrant spice base. Vegetable oil and sugar keep the crumb moist and tender, while eggs and vanilla add structure and flavor. Chopped peeled apples are gently folded into the batter, ensuring the cake remains soft and studded with tender fruit pieces. The cake is baked until a skewer comes out clean, and flaked almonds on top add a subtle crunch. Once cooled, a dusting of icing sugar can be added for light sweetness.
The result is a moist cake with a tender crumb and warm spice undertones that pairs easily with coffee or tea. It can be served plain or with a scoop of ice cream at the table, though the recipe notes that it is moist enough on its own.
For best results, use tart apples like Granny Smith, avoid grated apple which can add excess moisture, and choose white or light brown sugar to maintain texture. The cake pan should be greased and lined properly to ease removal. Baking times may vary depending on oven type, so check doneness starting at 50 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour , plain / all purpose (Note 1)
- 3/4 tsp baking soda (bi-carb soda) (Note 1)
- 3/4 tsp salt each
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (or 1/4 tsp freshly ground)
- 1 1/4 cups white sugar (Note 2)
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 egg large, at room temperature (55-60g/2oz each
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups apple , peeled, cored and cut into 8mm/ 1/3" cubes (~2 large, 3 small) (Note 3)
Optional Extra
- 1/2 cup almonds raw, flaked
- icing sugar aka confectioners sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F (all oven types).
- Grease and line a 21 cm / 9" springform cake pan. (Note 4)
- Place flour, baking soda, salt and spices in a large bowl and whisk to combine.
- Whisk oil and sugar in a bowl, then whisk in eggs and vanilla.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix with a wooden spoon until JUST combined. Stir through apple (optional: add 3/4 cup chopped walnuts or other nuts).
- Pour into cake pan. Sprinkle over almonds.
- Bake for 50 minutes - 1 hr. Check at 50 minutes - it is cooked when a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before turning out onto a rack to cool. Dust with icing sugar if using, then serve. This cake doesn't need cream or ice cream because it is so moist, but I wouldn't turn it down!
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith and avoid canned or grated apples to maintain moist texture without excess liquid.
- You can substitute self-raising flour but adjust baking soda and powder accordingly; do not combine self-raising flour with baking powder.
- For lining cake pans, grease and use parchment paper to ensure easy removal.
- Adjust baking time based on oven type; fan-forced ovens may cook faster than conventional ones.
- The cake can be served plain or dusted with icing sugar; it does not require cream or ice cream but pairs well if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 113g | |
| Calories | 403cal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 49.9g | 17% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 10% |
| Fat | 21.2g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.2g | 101% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 238mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% |
| Sugar | 24.4g | 49% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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