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Description
A classic Amish apple cake packed with fresh apples and warm spices. Moist and flavorful, this cake is perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups diced apples
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add eggs, oil, and vanilla. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in diced apples and walnuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before serving.
Notes
- Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for the best texture.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg