Mouthwatering Apple Fritter Cake Recipe
This Mouthwatering Apple Fritter Cake recipe combines the cozy flavors of spiced apples with a moist, tender crumb, topped with a sweet glaze reminiscent of classic apple fritters. Perfect for dessert or a special breakfast treat, this cake offers the delightful taste of an apple fritter in cake form, with cinnamon and nutmeg enhancing the apple aroma and a luscious glaze adding extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This creates a creamy base for the cake batter.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredient mixture and sour cream to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently to combine without overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Prepare Pan and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square baking pan. Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan to cool completely on the rack to prevent sogginess.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust consistency by adding a little more milk if necessary.
- Glaze the Cake: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake evenly. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor in the cake.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake moist and tender.
- The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to 1 week.
- For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the batter or on top with the glaze.
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