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Apple Fritter Cake Recipe

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This Apple Fritter Cake is a delightful twist on traditional apple fritters, combining tender diced apples and warm spices within a moist, spiced cake base, all topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, it offers the comforting flavors of apple fritters in a cake form, ideal for a breakfast treat, dessert, or snack.

Ingredients

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Apples

  • 2 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted)
  • 3 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 396 grams, approximately 2–3 large Honeycrisp apples)
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Cake

  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2% preferred)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (packed, for topping)

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8×8 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, then line it with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
  2. Cook the Apples: Place a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the diced apples, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir occasionally and cook for about 8 minutes until the apples soften slightly and release their juices, creating a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup light brown sugar and melted butter. Add the vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and allspice. Whisk just until they are partially combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in Apples: Take all but 1/2 cup of the cooked apple mixture (apples and juices) and fold them gently into the batter using a rubber spatula until combined.
  6. Assemble the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared 8×8 inch pan, spreading it evenly. Distribute the reserved 1/2 cup of cooked apples with their juices on top of the batter. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar evenly over the top for added sweetness and texture.
  7. Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
  8. Prepare the Glaze: While the cake bakes, whisk together powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Adjust milk quantity to achieve your preferred glaze consistency—thinner for a transparent glaze, thicker for a drizzle.
  9. Finish and Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake. Slice and serve for a deliciously comforting dessert or snack. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 4-5 days.

Notes

  • Use Honeycrisp or another sweet-tart apple variety for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, use less milk; for a more translucent, thin glaze, add a bit more milk.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter once flour is added to keep the cake tender.
  • You can substitute whole milk with 2% milk, but avoid skim milk for best results.
  • Leftover cake is delicious slightly warmed but also tastes great at room temperature.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.

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