Description
This Apple Cinnamon Sheet Cake combines sweet apples and warm cinnamon, making it a delightful dessert perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. It’s easy to make and captures the essence of autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare your baking pan by greasing a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set it aside.
- In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated before adding the next.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently mix in the peeled and diced apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar or serve plain.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flaxseed meal mixed with water. Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: apple, cinnamon, sheet cake, dessert, fall baking