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Homemade Classic Apple Cider Cake
Faiza Shabir

Homemade Classic Apple Cider Cake

This Homemade Classic Apple Cider Cake is a moist, tender cake filled with warm apple cider and cozy cinnamon-spice flavor. Every bite has the comforting taste of freshly baked apples and autumn spices, making it a wonderful seasonal dessert. It's simple enough for everyday baking and delicious enough for fall celebrations and holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 People
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 medium apple peeled and finely diced
  • Cinnamon Sugar Topping
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract and applesauce.
  6. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the apple cider, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  7. Fold the diced apple gently into the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  9. Combine the cinnamon and sugar for the topping and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  10. Drizzle the melted butter over the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  11. Bake for 38–42 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Cool the cake in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring it to a serving plate.
  13. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use fresh apple cider for the richest and most authentic apple flavor.
  • Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith apples work well in this cake.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour.
  • For a stronger cider flavor, simmer the cider until slightly reduced before adding it to the batter, and let it cool first.
  • Add a simple apple cider glaze for an extra-sweet finish if desired.
  • Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Serve with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

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