Fresh Apple Cake Recipe
Description: 🍏🍰 Indulge in the delightful aroma and taste of this sinfully delicious Fresh Apple Cake! Perfectly moist and flavorful, this cake is ideal for various occasions, from casual gatherings to special family celebrations. Adapted from a cherished recipe passed down through generations, it’s a crowd-pleaser that freezes exceptionally well, ensuring you can enjoy it whenever the craving strikes!
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 16
Yield: 1 large tube pan cake
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 481.9
- Fat Content: 26.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 26.4mg
- Sodium Content: 234.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 54.8g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 33.5g
- Protein Content: 4.2g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dark raisins
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Bourbon
- 2/3 cup canola oil
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Pan: Spray a tube pan with Baker’s Joy™ or grease and flour the pan to prevent sticking.
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Plump Raisins: In a microwave-safe bowl, place the dark and golden raisins. Pour Bourbon over the raisins and microwave on High for 25 seconds to plump them up. Set aside to cool.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground nutmeg, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the canola oil and eggs until well combined.
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Add Sugar and Apples: Gradually add the granulated sugar to the egg mixture, stirring until smooth. Then, fold in the diced Granny Smith apples.
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Mix Batter: Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
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Add Nuts and Flavorings: Once the batter is well combined, gently fold in the chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and the plumped raisins along with any remaining Bourbon.
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Avoid Over-Mixing: Be careful not to over-mix the batter, as this can result in a dense cake.
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Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
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Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully removing it from the pan and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve or Store: Once cooled, slice and serve your delicious Fresh Apple Cake. Alternatively, you can store leftovers in an airtight container or freeze for future enjoyment.
Additional Notes:
- Feel free to substitute Bosc pears for the Granny Smith apples for a slightly different flavor profile.
- This cake is perfect for various occasions, including bazaars, fund-raisers, potluck suppers, picnics, or any special family gathering.
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of this Fresh Apple Cake, a timeless dessert that’s sure to become a family favorite! 🍎🍰
