Description

This Apple Fritter Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines tender chunks of diced apples with warm cinnamon and a tender crumb. Baked to golden perfection in a bundt or square pan, this cake captures the essence of traditional apple fritters in cake form, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup milk
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan or a square baking dish to prevent the cake from sticking.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar until well combined.
Beat wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and melted butter together until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently to form a consistent batter without overmixing.
Fold in apples: Gently fold the diced apples into the batter, ensuring even distribution without bruising the apple pieces.
Prepare to bake: Pour the batter into the greased pan and use a spatula to smooth the top for even baking.
Bake the cake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean indicating the cake is fully cooked.
Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.

Notes

Use tart apples like Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp for the best flavor balance.
Ensure the butter is melted but not hot to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
Check the cake with a toothpick starting at 45 minutes to prevent overbaking.
Allow the cake to cool somewhat before removing from the pan to maintain its shape.
Optional: dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze for extra sweetness.