Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake
Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake is warm and cozy with a soft texture, packed with fresh apples and cinnamon, while maintaining a strong sweet flavor. the best part is the crispy and crunchy cinnamon sugar on top. Even if the reason for baking is just that you have leftover apples in your home, this cake never disappoints. Just a light dusting of sugar brings out the goodness of the apples and the cinnamon in this cake.
What makes it the best is This is a simple dish and it tastes best when made in advance and served the next day. Serve it alongside a cup of tea or coffee, and that’s the best way to enjoy this tasty homemade snack.
This Easy cinnamon sugar apple cake is light and airy, loaded with fresh apples, and topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar layer!
Apple Cake:
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
It combines everything good about baking at home — it’s not complicated, relaxing and has all the good feels. Preparing the batter is easy and quick, with no extra tools needed and the cake comes out soft, moist and full of delicious apple pieces. The cinnamon sugar gives the cookies a tasty crunch and a comforting smell to the whole kitchen. You’ll find yourself coming back to this recipe over and over, mainly when you want to impress a big group.
Why This Recipe Is Famous:
This recipe is famous for being a no-fail, always-loved classic —mostly during apple season or the fall months. It’s known for its buttery soft texture, rich cinnamon flavor, and that signature sugar-crisp top that sets it apart from other apple cakes. Home bakers love it because it’s delightful and uses everyday ingredients, while still tasting like something from a café bakery. Whether served warm with whipped cream or packed in a lunchbox, it’s a dessert that wins hearts every single time.
Add Your Personal Twist!
This recipe is delightfully flexible — and that’s where the magic happens! While the classic version uses the ingredients listed above, here are a few alternative ideas to make this cinnamon sugar apple cake your own:
Cinnamon Sugar Topping: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for an extra warm, spiced kick.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup brown sugar (instead of coconut sugar)
1/3 cup melted coconut oil (instead of regular oil)
2 eggs (instead of 1 egg)
1 cup plain yogurt (instead of buttermilk)
1 teaspoon almond extract (instead of vanilla)
1 teaspoon baking powder (instead of baking soda)
2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (instead of all-purpose flour)
2 cups chopped Granny Smith apples (instead of Honeycrisp apples)
Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
1/3 cup coconut sugar (instead of white sugar)
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon (a bit more cinnamon)
2 tablespoons melted ghee or butter (instead of 1 tablespoon butter)
Instructions
Step1: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix or whisk ingredients in order given, until evenly mixed
Fold in your apples.
Step2: Pour batter into a buttered 9×13 pan (alternatively, you can line with parchment paper)
Step3: Combine last 3 ingredients to make a topping and spread it evenly over the batter.
step4: Bake for 45 minutes. Test with a toothpick if needed. Serve with honey butter or whipped cream if you want. APPLE CAKE IS THE BEST!
step5: enjoy with a slice of apple cake serve with cinnamon souce If you want.
Chef’s Notes
• Don’t overmix the batter – this keeps the cake soft and tender.
• Make sure your apples are chopped small for even baking.
• Let the cake cool a bit before slicing to prevent crumbling.
Nutrition Facts (Approximate per slice – 12 servings)
• Calories: 340
• Carbohydrates: 56g
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 4g
• Sugar: 38g
• Fiber: 2g