Fresh Apple Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Fresh Apple Cake
120 min.
15
343kcal

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Imagine the rich aroma of freshly baked apple cake wafting through your kitchen, filling the air with the comforting scent of cinnamon and sweet apples. This Fresh Apple Cake isn’t just any dessert; it’s a celebration of fall flavors and a delightful way to showcase one of nature’s most cherished fruits. Perfectly suited for vegetarians, this cake brings together the tartness of Granny Smith apples with a soft, moist crumb that is incredibly satisfying.

With a generous sprinkling of toasted pecans, each bite is a harmony of textures and tastes, balancing the sweetness with a satisfying crunch. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply indulging in a well-deserved treat, this cake is sure to impress your guests. The recipe yields 15 servings, making it an ideal choice for sharing with friends and family, or for enjoying over several cozy evenings at home.

Plus, it’s simple to make! With just a little bit of prep and 120 minutes of your time, you’ll have a delicious dessert that’s both comforting and nourishing. So gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to bake the perfect Fresh Apple Cake that will leave everyone wanting more!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 2.5 pounds apples i use 2 granny smith apples peeled cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges ( 4 large)
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 1.5 cups pecans chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through.
  3. Stir together butter and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl until blended.
  4. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients; add to butter mixture, stirring until blended. Stir in apples and 1 cup pecans. (Batter will be very thick, similar to a cookie dough.)
  5. Spread batter into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch pan.
  6. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack (about 45 minutes).
  7. Spread your choice of frosting over top of cake; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup pecans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories343kcal
Protein4.3%
Fat37.87%
Carbs57.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.14
Glycemic Load
30.63
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.1700000400129%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.36mg
Delphinidin
0.79mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.77mg
Epigallocatechin
0.81mg
Epicatechin
5.78mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.39mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Quercetin
3.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:343.18kcal
17.16%
Fat:15g
23.08%
Saturated Fat:4.82g
30.12%
Carbohydrates:51.53g
17.18%
Net Carbohydrates:48.07g
17.48%
Sugar:35.02g
38.91%
Cholesterol:41.07mg
13.69%
Sodium:287.52mg
12.5%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:3.83g
7.67%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.06%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.58%
Fiber:3.45g
13.81%
Selenium:8.36µg
11.94%
Folate:38.54µg
9.64%
Copper:0.18mg
9.15%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.1%
Iron:1.3mg
7.2%
Phosphorus:71.71mg
7.17%
Vitamin B3:1.19mg
5.97%
Vitamin A:272.8IU
5.46%
Magnesium:21.78mg
5.45%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.94%
Potassium:156.54mg
4.47%
Vitamin C:3.61mg
4.37%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.67%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.66%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.25%
Vitamin K:2.73µg
2.6%
Calcium:23.28mg
2.33%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.2%
Source:My Recipes