Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with our Irresistible Fresh Apple Cake with Dreamy Cream Cheese Frosting. This moist apple cake is bursting with the rich flavors of fresh apples and warm spices, all topped off with a luscious cream cheese frosting that adds a delightful creaminess. Perfect for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy family dinners—this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its easy preparation and make-ahead options, it’s an ideal choice for anyone looking to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Bake this delightful treat today and enjoy the warm, nostalgic flavors of fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently, then fold in grated apples.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar.
- Once cooled, frost the cake and slice to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 178mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 53mg