Cinnamon Apple Cake

Ingredients

To make this delectable Cinnamon Apple Cake, you’ll need:

For the cake batter:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• ½ cup (120ml) milk or buttermilk, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the apple mixture:

• 3 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and diced or thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the optional topping:

• ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
• ½ cup (50g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Apple Mixture

1. Begin by preparing the apples. Peel, core, and dice or thinly slice three medium-sized apples.
2. Place the apples in a bowl and toss them with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Set this mixture aside to allow the apples to release their juices and absorb the cinnamon flavor.

Step 2: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round or square baking pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg (if using).
2. Set this dry mixture aside.