Apple Cinnamon Cake!!!!

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🍎🍰 Apple Cinnamon Cake!!!! – A Cozy Classic Baked to Perfection

There’s something magical about the combination of apples and cinnamon. It’s warm, comforting, and instantly fills your kitchen with the kind of aroma that makes everyone wander in asking, “What’s baking?” This Apple Cinnamon Cake is soft, moist, gently spiced, and loaded with tender apple pieces. It’s perfect for fall afternoons, tea time, or whenever you’re craving a homemade treat that feels like a hug.

Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide to help you bake this cake flawlessly, even if you’re a beginner.

🧺 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cake Batter:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, but lovely)
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar (adds moisture and depth)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup milk or buttermilk

For the Apple Filling:

2 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Optional Cinnamon Topping:

2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon

🔥 Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare Your Oven and Pan

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a round or square cake pan and lightly dust it with flour, or line it with parchment paper. This ensures the cake releases easily after baking.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mixing these first helps distribute the spices evenly throughout the cake.