Introducing the delectable Cinnamon-Apple Cake, a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight treat or a special gathering with loved ones. This recipe promises a heavenly blend of sweet, tangy apples infused with warm cinnamon flavors, all nestled within a moist and tender cake crumb. With just a few simple steps, you’ll be on your way to baking a masterpiece that will impress even the most discerning palates.
Cinnamon-Apple Cake
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup fat-free cream cheese
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 3 Rome apples, peeled, cored, and diced
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 1/2 cups of sugar, fat-free cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract at medium speed until well-blended, about 4 minutes.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Set aside.
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Lightly spoon flour into a measuring cup and level with a knife.
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In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the cream cheese mixture, beating at low speed until well blended.
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In a separate bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and ground cinnamon.
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Toss the diced apples with 2 tablespoons of the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
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Stir the apple mixture into the batter until evenly distributed.
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Pour the batter into an 8-inch springform pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
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Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the cake batter.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the cake pulls away from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
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Once cooled, remove the cake from the springform pan.
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To serve, cut the cake into slices using a serrated knife.
Note: If you prefer to bake this cake in a 9-inch square pan, reduce the baking time by 5 minutes.
This Cinnamon-Apple Cake is a true crowd-pleaser, boasting a perfect balance of sweetness and spice that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Whether enjoyed as a dessert after a hearty meal or as a sweet indulgence with a cup of tea or coffee, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. So go ahead, whip up a batch of this irresistible treat and watch as it disappears before your eyes, leaving behind smiles and satisfied taste buds.
