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A golden, moist apple cider cake sliced to reveal a tender crumb, topped with a light dusting of cinnamon sugar and garnished with fresh apple slices around a rustic tiered serving platter.

Delight in our Easy Apple Cider Cake – A Sweet Homage to Apple Cider Donuts!


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in our Easy Apple Cider Cake – a moist, flavorful dessert infused with fresh apple cider and warm fall spices. Perfect for autumn gatherings, this cake offers a sweet homage to classic apple cider donuts with a tender crumb and aromatic spices that evoke cozy fall days.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped apples (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and apple cider. Mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in chopped apples if desired.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  6. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a crumb topping or cream cheese frosting.
  • Chopped fresh apples enhance texture and flavor; use according to preference.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for a week. Freeze for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg