Description
This Apple Dapple Cake is a moist, warmly spiced dessert bursting with tender apple chunks and topped with a luscious buttery glaze. Perfectly balanced with cinnamon and nutmeg, this classic cake delivers comforting flavors ideal for fall or any time you crave a cozy, homemade treat.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 4 cups apples, peeled and chopped into ½-inch chunks
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside for later.
- Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined well. Then, add the vanilla extract and the eggs one at a time, beating fully after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture a little at a time, mixing well between each addition. The batter will become very thick at this stage, which is expected.
- Fold in Apples: Using a sturdy wooden spoon, carefully fold the peeled and chopped apples into the thick batter until evenly distributed.
- Bake the Cake: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared 9×13-inch pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the cake bakes, prepare the glaze by combining butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan. Heat this mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Glaze the Cake: When the cake is still warm from the oven, pour the prepared glaze evenly over the top, allowing it to soak in slightly for maximum flavor.
- Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing into 12 pieces. Serve warm or at room temperature for best taste.
Notes
- The batter will be quite thick once combined with the dry ingredients—this is normal given the apples and oil.
- Choose firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to hold their shape during baking.
- Make sure the glaze is poured while the cake is still warm for the best absorption.
- If you prefer a less rich cake, you can reduce the oil slightly but the cake might be less moist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
