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Amish Apple Cake

Moist Amish Apple Cake: The Perfect Cozy Fall Dessert

This Moist Amish Apple Cake is a delightful fall dessert featuring fresh apples, perfect for sharing over coffee.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup White Sugar Swap for coconut sugar for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar works well
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for leavening
  • 2 large Eggs Can use flax eggs for a vegan alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Replace with sunflower seeds for a nut-free option
  • 3 cups Medium Apples Peeled and chopped; about 3 cups
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup Water Omit if using a thicker oil like melted coconut oil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Amish Apple Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13 inch pan with oil or butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, white sugar, brown sugar, and baking soda, whisking until well mixed.
  3. Add the beaten eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and water to the dry ingredients, and blend until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped apples and nuts (if using) into your batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy. Choose firm apples for best flavor. Experiment with additional spices for variety.

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