Irresistibly Moist Cinnamon Apple Cake

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Irresistibly Moist Cinnamon Apple Cake. Bursting with juicy apple chunks and enveloped in a rich, buttery batter, this cake is perfectly spiced with cinnamon and topped with a sweet streusel crumble. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy it as a delightful afternoon snack with a cup of tea!

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and diced (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

For the Streusel Topping:

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in Apples: Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Make the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine ½ cup flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle in the melted butter and mix until crumbly. If desired, stir in the chopped nuts.
  8. Assemble the Cake: Pour the apple batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Evenly sprinkle the streusel topping over the batter.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your homemade Cinnamon Apple Cake!

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