Classic Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake

Name: Classic Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/3 cup milk; 2 cups apples, peeled and chopped; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon for topping

A light and fluffy cake packed with fresh apples and finished with a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· September 12, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

40 minutes

Total

55 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like the smell of a fresh apple cake cooling on the kitchen counter during the fall. This simple recipe captures everything I love about the season, combining tender fruit with a perfectly sweet, crisp crust that just melts in your mouth.

It is truly the perfect companion for a hot cup of coffee on a crisp morning. You can whip this together quickly, making it a great choice for when guests stop by or when you just need a little extra coziness at home.

🧺 Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup milk
2 cups apples, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon for topping

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9 inch round cake pan.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3
In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk until just combined.
6
Gently fold in the chopped apples, then pour the batter into your prepared pan.
7
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
8
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing.

💡 Tips

This cake is best served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days to keep it moist.

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