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Irresistible Fresh Apple Cake with Dreamy Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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5 from 93 reviews
  • Author: Victor
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This irresistible Fresh Apple Cake is moist, tender, and bursting with the natural sweetness of grated apples, enhanced by warm cinnamon and crunchy walnuts. Topped with a dreamy, creamy cream cheese frosting, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated apples
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan thoroughly to ensure the cake doesn’t stick and bakes evenly.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. This ensures even distribution of leavening and spices throughout the batter.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This will help create a tender crumb in the cake.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Add eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate air. Then mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cake tough.
  6. Fold in apples and walnuts: Carefully fold in the grated apples and chopped walnuts (if using), distributing them evenly without deflating the batter.
  7. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
  8. Prepare the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  9. Add powdered sugar and vanilla: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, beating continuously until the frosting is smooth and fluffy. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
  10. Frost the cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake with an offset spatula or knife. Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Grate apples finely to ensure they blend well into the batter and provide moisture without making the cake soggy.
  • Walnuts are optional; you can omit or substitute with pecans or leave out nuts entirely for a nut-free version.
  • Make sure the cake is completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store the cake covered in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese frosting and consume within 3-4 days for best freshness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple cake, cream cheese frosting, apple dessert, walnut apple cake, autumn dessert, moist apple cake

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