Irresistible Fresh Apple Cake with Dreamy Cream Cheese Frosting
If you’re in search of a delightful dessert that embodies warmth and comfort, look no further! Our Irresistible Fresh Apple Cake with Dreamy Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect addition to any occasion. This cake is incredibly moist and flavorful, thanks to the fresh apples, while the rich cream cheese frosting elevates it to new heights of deliciousness. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight treat or a highlight at family gatherings, this cake is sure to impress and satisfy. With its inviting aroma of cinnamon and baked apples, it’s a dessert that invites smiles and shared moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined. Fold in grated apples and walnuts if using.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy.
- Frost cooled cake generously before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg