Description
This Cinnamon Apple Cake Delight is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines tender chunks of red apple with a spiced cinnamon sugar topping and a light glaze. Perfect for a cozy afternoon treat or a sweet ending to any meal, this cake features a balanced blend of cinnamon, apples, and a hint of vanilla for an irresistibly delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 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
Fruit
- 1 cup (approximately 1 large) red apple, peeled and roughly chopped
Wet Ingredients
- 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 the Oven: 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. Add the peeled and roughly chopped red apple to this mixture and stir briefly to distribute the fruit evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and Greek yogurt until well blended and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula or spoon, just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Prepare the Cake for Baking: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top slightly.
- Make Cinnamon Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 50 grams of caster sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until the mixture becomes lumpy. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and cool the cake on a wire rack.
- Prepare Glaze: While the cake cools, mix the sifted icing sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk to create a smooth glaze.
- Finish the Cake: Drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the cooled cake for added sweetness and a beautiful finish.
Notes
- Use a tart red apple like Granny Smith or Braeburn for a nice balance of sweetness and tanginess.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Check the cake a few minutes before the minimum baking time to avoid overbaking.
- You can substitute the Greek yogurt with sour cream for a similar texture.
- The cinnamon topping adds a delightful crunch and spice, so don’t skip it!
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
