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Easy Apple Cake Recipe

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This Easy Apple Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert featuring tart apples and crunchy walnuts, perfectly spiced with cinnamon and vanilla. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, it is an ideal homemade treat for gatherings or cozy afternoons. The cake is baked to a tender crumb and served with a dollop of whipped topping for added richness.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1-3/4 cups sugar
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Additional Ingredients

  • 2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (toasted if desired)
  • 1-1/4 cups whipped topping

Instructions

  1. Create the batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat together the sugar, canola oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and baking soda to combine evenly.
  3. Combine mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the sugar and oil mixture. Beat until just blended; avoid overmixing to prevent a tough cake texture.
  4. Add apples and walnuts: Using a rubber spatula, fold in the finely chopped peeled tart apples and chopped walnuts evenly. Scrape down the bowl sides and bottom to make sure all ingredients are incorporated.
  5. Prepare for baking: Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish thoroughly. Pour the batter into the pan, ensuring it spreads evenly and reaches all four corners.
  6. Bake the cake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack to room temperature. Serve slices topped with whipped topping for a creamy finish.

Notes

  • Toasting the walnuts beforehand enhances their flavor and adds a richer nuttiness to the cake.
  • Be careful not to overbeat the batter to maintain a tender and moist crumb texture.
  • Using tart apples balances the sweetness of the cake and adds a pleasant tang.
  • Ensure the baking dish is well greased to prevent sticking and for easy serving.

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