Apple Cider Cake
Apple cider cake is a delightful autumn treat that perfectly captures the essence of fall. With its warm spices, moist texture, and sweet apple chunks, this cake brings comfort to any gathering. Imagine serving it warm, perhaps with a scoop of ice cream, as laughter fills the air. Liven up your seasonal celebrations or simply indulge yourself with this easy-to-make dessert that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened apple cider
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg (freshly grated for best flavor)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup chopped apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and oil (or melted butter) until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by apple cider.
- Fold in chopped apples gently into the wet mixture.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg