Satisfy your sweet tooth with this moist apple cinnamon cake, drizzled with a vanilla-infused simple glaze—a cozy treat for any time of the day.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- ½ cup butter, melted and cooled
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅔ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
For the Cinnamon Topping:
- ½ cup butter, melted and cooled
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Simple Glaze:
- ⅔ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
- Prepare Apples:
- Peel and dice the apples into small cubes. An apple corer and slicer can expedite this step.
- Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, cinnamon, yogurt, sugar, milk, salt, and vanilla until well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Gently mix in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda until almost mixed.
- Fold in Apples:
- Add the chopped apples, stirring until just combined with no visible flour pockets. Avoid overmixing.
- Cinnamon Topping:
- In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, cinnamon, and sugar.
- Assemble Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing with a spatula. Dollop the cinnamon topping over the cake and use a knife to create swirl patterns.
- Bake:
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Prepare Glaze:
- While the cake bakes, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
- Finish Cake:
- Once the cake is baked, let it cool slightly before drizzling with glaze. Serve warm or at room temperature with coffee or tea.
Notes:
- Room temperature ingredients ensure an even mix and a perfect bake.
- Use an apple peeler and corer for a quick and clean prep process.
- Grease and flour your pan well to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Do not overmix to maintain a tender and moist cake.
- Spoon and level your flour to measure it accurately for the best cake consistency.
- Patience is key—let the cake cool to set properly for the perfect slice.
This apple cinnamon cake is a delightful blend of sweet and spice, with soft chunks of apple throughout, all topped off with a luscious glaze for that extra special touch.
