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Classic Apple Cake

A close-up of a moist slice of apple cake with a cinnamon-sugar topping, served on a blue plate.
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A moist and flavorful apple cake, perfect for autumn or any time you crave a comforting, homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 3 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 3 medium apples)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped apples and nuts (if using).
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For an extra moist cake, use a mix of apple varieties like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith.
  • Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
  • This cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea.

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