Apple Cider Cake
Apple Cider Cake is a heartwarming dessert that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With its moist crumb and fragrant blend of sweet apples and warm spices, this cake is perfect for family gatherings or cozy afternoons. Easy to make and visually stunning, it will leave your guests asking for seconds. Enjoy a slice with coffee or as a delightful treat any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup apple cider (fresh, unfiltered)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, combine apple cider, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chopped apples gently.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 42mg