Cinnamon Apple Cake

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Intensity:

• Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1/2 cup (50g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Topping:

• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Batter:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
   • In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
2. Add Apples and Nuts:
   • Fold the diced apples and chopped nuts (if using) into the batter.
   • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
3. Add the Topping:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping.
   • Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
4. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Serve:
   • Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 8 servings):

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 12g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 30g
• Sodium: 210mg

Enjoy your delightful Cinnamon Apple Cake!