Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Intensity:
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Oven and Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan or springform pan.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Add the Apples and Walnuts:
- Fold in the diced apples and walnuts (if using).
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 12 servings):
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
Enjoy your delicious and moist Apple Cinnamon Cake, perfect for any occasion!
