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Apple Cider Cake That Will Steal Your Heart

A delightful dessert that brings the warm flavors of fall to your kitchen with a sweet, moist crumb infused with apple cider.

  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (395g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g, packed) light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240g) apple cider
  • 1/2 cup (125g) unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 cup (225g) vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp apple cider (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup + 3/4 tsp (70g) granulated sugar & ground cinnamon (for sprinkling)
  • 1 cup (100g) powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 3–4 tsp apple cider (for glaze mix)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Combine the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and melted unsalted butter in another bowl.
  4. Add the eggs, apple cider, applesauce, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, whisk until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping while the cake bakes.
  9. Drizzle the additional 2 tablespoons of apple cider over the warm cake once done.
  10. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the cake.
  11. Combine powdered sugar and apple cider in a bowl until smooth, then drizzle over the cake after cooling.

Notes

To enhance flavor, use fresh apple cider. Avoid overmixing for a light texture.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: apple cider cake, fall dessert, baking recipes