Description

This cozy Apple Dapple Cake features juicy apples baked into a tender cake and finished with a sweet, buttery glaze that soaks in for irresistible flavor. It’s simple to make, packed with autumn spices, and perfect for gatherings or a comforting treat at home.

Ingredients

Scale

3 large apples, peeled and chopped (about 1 lb)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
For the Sweet Butter Glaze:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or Bundt pan with butter or nonstick spray. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Whisk for about 1 minute until pale and slightly thick.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Gently fold in chopped apples. The batter will be thick.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two batches, stirring gently with a rubber spatula until just combined.
Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45-50 minutes (Bundt pan may take up to 55 minutes), until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
While the cake bakes, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar, milk, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly until sugar dissolves and glaze bubbles gently (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, poke small holes all over the top with a skewer or fork. Pour the warm butter glaze slowly over the cake, letting it soak in.
Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing. If using a Bundt pan, cool for 10 minutes, invert onto a wire rack, and pour glaze over the top.

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor. For gluten-free, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake tender. Poke holes before glazing for maximum soak. The cake stays moist for days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 27
Sodium: 180
Fat: 14
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 42
Fiber: 2
Protein: 3

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