Easy Apple Fritter Cake Recipe: My Cozy Weekend Treat (Print Version)
This Easy Apple Fritter Cake Recipe is pure comfort! A warm, spiced apple cake with a sweet glaze, perfect for cozy mornings. My simple, home-style version.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Base Essentials
01 -
All-Purpose Flour
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Granulated Sugar
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Baking Powder
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Baking Soda
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Salt
06 -
Large Egg
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Milk
08 -
Melted Unsalted Butter
→ Apple & Spice Stars
09 -
Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
10 -
Ground Cinnamon
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Ground Nutmeg
→ Glaze Goodies
12 -
Powdered Sugar
13 -
Milk or Cream
14 -
Vanilla Extract
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, let's get those apples ready! Peel, core, and dice your apples into small, bite-sized pieces. I aim for about 1/4 to 1/2 inch cubes—too big and they won't soften enough, too small and they'll disappear. While you're doing that, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. I always forget to flour the pan and then my cake sticks a little, so learn from my mistakes, hon!
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In a large bowl, whisk together your flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Give it a good whisk, making sure there are no lumps. This is where you want to make sure your leavening agents are evenly distributed, otherwise, you might get an uneven rise, which I've totally done. It looked like a lopsided mountain, honestly. Set this aside for a moment.
03 -
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and melted butter until well combined. This mixture should look smooth and a little creamy. Oh, and make sure your butter isn't scorching hot when you add it, or you'll cook the egg, which is an oops moment I've had more than once – scrambled egg cake, anyone? No thanks!
04 -
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula until *just* combined. Don't overmix! Overmixing develops the gluten too much, and we want a tender cake, not a tough one. Then, gently fold in your diced apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It'll smell amazing, I promise! I always take a deep breath here, it's just so comforting.
05 -
Pour the batter evenly into your prepared cake pan. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Every oven is different, so keep an eye on it! Mine tends to run a little hot, so I usually check at 28 minutes. The top should be golden brown and spring back when lightly touched.
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While the cake cools slightly in the pan (about 10 minutes), whisk together your powdered sugar, milk/cream, and vanilla extract for the glaze. You want it smooth and pourable. Once the cake is out of the pan and fully cooled on a wire rack, drizzle that glorious glaze all over it. I like to let some drip down the sides – looks so rustic and inviting! The smell of the warm cake and sweet glaze is just heavenly, truly. Slice it up and enjoy!
# Notes:
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Don't overmix the batter; a gentle hand keeps the cake tender.
02 -
Store leftovers tightly covered at room temperature for the best texture.
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If you're out of fresh apples, frozen diced apples work in a pinch, just thaw and drain well.
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Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
9-inch round cake pan
02 -
large mixing bowls
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whisk
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spatula
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wire rack
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 350 kcal
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 50g
Protein: 4g