Chunky Apple Cake is a delightful and hearty dessert that celebrates the crisp, sweet flavor of fresh apples. This cake is packed with generous chunks of apples, creating a moist and tender crumb that’s perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Ideal for autumn gatherings, family dinners, or just as a cozy treat with a cup of tea, this cake is easy to make and wonderfully satisfying. The combination of sweet apples and warm spices will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and provide a comforting, delicious slice of homemade goodness.
Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 3-4 medium apples)
- For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish or a 10-inch bundt pan.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Combine and Add Apples:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour into Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or bundt pan, spreading it evenly.
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cake batter.
- Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes (or 55-60 minutes for a bundt pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy your Chunky Apple Cake, a comforting and flavorful dessert that highlights the best of fresh apples and warm spices, perfect for any occasion!
