This Baked Apple Cinnamon Cake is the perfect autumn treat, combining tender apples with a hint of cinnamon in a soft, moist cake. The layers of spiced apples and cinnamon sugar create a beautifully marbled effect, adding both visual appeal and a burst of warm, comforting flavors in every bite. With its buttery base and the natural sweetness of apples, this cake is simple to make and absolutely delicious—guaranteed to become a favorite for cozy gatherings or a sweet snack with coffee or tea. Be warned: it’s highly addictive!
Why You’ll Love This: You’ll love this cake for its rich, comforting flavors of apples and cinnamon that make it the ultimate fall dessert. The texture is moist and tender, with the cinnamon sugar adding a slight crunch on top. It's not overly sweet, which makes it perfect for any time of day, whether you enjoy it for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. The combination of simple ingredients and a beautiful marbled effect makes this cake a real showstopper, despite being easy to prepare. Plus, the apples provide natural sweetness, making it a great way to enjoy the season’s freshest fruits.
Perfect Occasion: This Baked Apple Cinnamon Cake is perfect for any fall occasion, from family gatherings to holiday celebrations. It’s a great dessert for Thanksgiving or a cozy Sunday brunch. The warmth of cinnamon and apples makes it ideal for a chilly day, paired with a cup of tea or coffee. This cake is also a great option for bake sales or as a thoughtful homemade gift during the holiday season.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful finish, drizzle the cake with a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk for added sweetness and shine. You can also dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant, snowy effect. If you’re serving it at a special occasion, garnish with a few extra apple slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. Serving the cake on a pretty cake stand or platter can enhance its visual appeal and make it even more inviting.
Ingredients:
For the Cake Batter:
- 160g soft butter
- 2 eggs
- 150g sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 220g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 packet baking powder (about 1 tsp)
- 1 pinch of salt
- 170ml milk
For the Apple Layer:
- 2 apples, peeled and diced
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional, depending on the sweetness of your apples)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Sugar Layer:
- 50g brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, then mix in the milk until everything is well combined.
- Prepare the Apple Layer: In a separate bowl, toss the peeled and diced apples with cinnamon and sugar (if using). Set aside.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Layer: Mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar layer.
- Assemble the Cake: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 30x11 cm loaf pan with parchment paper. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Spread half of the apples evenly over the batter, then sprinkle with half of the cinnamon sugar mixture. Pour the remaining cake batter on top, followed by the rest of the apples and the remaining cinnamon sugar.
- Marble the Cake: Using a skewer or knife, gently swirl the batter to create a marbled effect with the cinnamon and apples.
- Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Let the cake cool completely. Mix 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon of milk to make a simple glaze, and drizzle it over the cooled cake.
Enjoy!