Imagine a dessert that captures the essence of home-baked warmth, where tender apples mingle with a velvety cake and are crowned with a luxurious sour cream sauce. This Fresh Apple Cake isn't just a recipe—it's a slice of culinary magic that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary experience. Whether you're looking to impress your family or create a show-stopping dessert for your next gathering, this recipe promises to be your new go-to comfort food that'll have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8-10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large apples, peeled and chopped
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan with butter and lightly dust with flour, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside this dry ingredient mixture.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold in the dry flour mixture alternately with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped peeled apples, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to ensure even distribution.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the sour cream sauce, whisk together additional sour cream with a touch of powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Slice the cake and serve warm, drizzling the sour cream sauce over each slice just before serving.
Tips
- Choose the right apples: Use firm, slightly tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor balance.
- Room temperature ingredients are key: Ensure butter, eggs, and sour cream are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better cake texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender and prevent a tough, dense result.
- Check for doneness early: Start testing with a toothpick around 40 minutes to prevent over-baking.
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving to allow it to set and make slicing easier.
- For an extra touch, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to the batter or topping for enhanced apple flavor.
- The sour cream sauce can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated, making last-minute serving a breeze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 309kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
