Description
This Cinnamon Apple Cake Delight is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the warmth of cinnamon with fresh, juicy apples, all baked to perfection. With a tender crumb enhanced by Greek yogurt and a delicious cinnamon sugar topping, this cake is perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Batter
- 210 grams (1 and 1/2 cups) plain flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams (3/4 cup) caster sugar or granulated sugar
- 1 cup (approximately 1 large) red apple, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) vegetable oil or flavorless oil
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) Greek yogurt
Cinnamon Topping
- 50 grams (1/4 cup) caster sugar or granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Glaze
- 30 grams (1/4 cup) icing sugar or powdered sugar, sifted
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) standard or 160°C (320°F) fan-forced. Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with baking or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 150 grams of caster sugar. Stir in the peeled and roughly chopped apple pieces briefly to distribute them evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and Greek yogurt until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the wet ingredient mixture to the dry ingredients bowl. Gently mix the batter just until all ingredients are combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Fill Cake Pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the surface lightly with a spatula.
- Make Cinnamon Topping: In a small bowl, mix the remaining 50 grams sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until the mixture becomes lumpy. Sprinkle this cinnamon topping evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake: Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a skewer into the center of the cake; it should come out clean when the cake is fully baked.
- Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the sifted icing sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons milk to create a smooth glaze. Adjust milk quantity as needed for desired consistency.
- Glaze the Cake: Drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the cooled cake before serving to add a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream for a slightly different tang.
- Use a sharp apple like Granny Smith or Fuji for a balanced sweet and tart flavor.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake moist and fluffy.
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and use a vegan butter alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
