Apple Cinnamon Cake Classic (Print-Friendly Version)
Fluffy, moist cake with apples and a cozy cinnamon-sugar topping. A delicious treat packed with classic comfort.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 1/4 cups brown sugar
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/3 cup avocado oil
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1 cup almond milk
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1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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2 cups apples, chopped (about 3 small apples)
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1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
→ Cinnamon Sugar Topping
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1/3 cup walnuts, chopped
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1/2 cup white granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
→ Optional Icing
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 to 1 teaspoon milk
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
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In a large bowl, mix the egg, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla extract together. Add almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and avocado oil, and stir to combine.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda.
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Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped apples.
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Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the surface.
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In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, cinnamon, walnuts, granulated sugar, and nutmeg (if using). Spread this mixture evenly over the apple cake batter.
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Place the pan on the middle oven rack and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool before slicing. Optionally, drizzle the icing over the cake, or serve as is.
# Notes:
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To make this healthier, skip the icing and walnuts, reducing calories by approximately 120 per serving.
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Wrap leftover cake tightly and store at room temperature for 2 days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
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Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to ensure stability.